What makes Weyrich Health Care Center at Westminster Village a special place to work?
- Low acuity skilled nursing unit that is transitioning to assisted living but will maintain nurses 24 hours a day- NO IVs, NO Medicare charting, NO complex wounds, and NO severe behavioral care
- Great staff-to-resident ratios
- Staffed with a Charge Nurse 7-days a week and an Administrative Nurse on-call 24 hours a day
- Monthly all-staff meetings and continued opportunities for role and knowledge development
- Leadership team encourages staff to engage with residents and participate in activities
- Unit-led, staff recognition pin program to enhance staff appreciation
- Campus-wide perks that are open to all, including free daily meals, fitness classes, campus activities and much more
- 8 hour shifts with differentials added to the base pay depending on the shift worked- Additional differentials added on the weekend!
POSITION SUMMARY:**
Provides safe, effective care in-line with each resident service plan and facility policies & procedures.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITY:
- Assists acute and long-term residents with ADLs, such as dressing, feeding, toileting, and bathing.
- Helps facilitate the ambulation of residents who may require the use of assistive devices.
- Safe use of mechanical lifts when necessary, such as Hoyer and Sara lifts.
- Assists with the admission, discharge, and transfer of facility residents.
- Documents and records on E-MAR: Vital signs, bowel movements, meal/snack percentages, and skin concerns.
- Reports any discernable symptoms, reactions, or changes in condition to the floor nurse or their direct supervisor.
- Follows the individualized service plan of each resident.
- Performs basic housekeeping services for each resident, including laundry and trash assistance.
- Participates in regular staff meetings and staff development, as required.
- Consults with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing, and other disciplines to provide optimal care.
- Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the floor nurse, Nursing leadership, or the Assisted Living Manger.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Verifiable, certified caregiver within the State of Arizona
- Current fingerprint clearance card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Previous experience in an assisted living setting is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
- Able to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours.
- Can lift up to 40 pounds.
- Can sustain prolonged standing and walking.
- All qualified applicants must successfully pass a background check, substance test, fingerprinting requirements, and tuberculosis testing.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Healthcare setting:
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
Work Location: In person