What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESIDENT CARE SPECIALIST IN TRAINING position at PARADIGM HEALTHCARE LLC?
Job Details
Description
Paradigm Healthcare is a skilled nursing company that is seeking a highly motivated individual who loves being of service to others! We will train you to become the one of the best Certified Nursing Aides!
Training Requirements
- The facility will conduct training.
- Must be hired prior to April 8, 2024
- Applicants are required to take the State exam within 120 days of their date of hire.
- Applicants are responsible for all fees/license for the State exam.
Term
This temporary position may be extended as agreed to by employer and employee. The employee must work toward attaining certification as a CNA during term of employment.
Responsibilities
- Fulfill competency standards for the company’s (non-certified) hospitality aide competency requirements
- Attend in-service education programs mandated by federal, state, and company regulations and policies
- Assist with welcoming new admission and getting them situated as well as residents moving to a different room
- Assist residents with using video conference and voice call devices and software to communicate with family, friends, and health care providers
- Distribute ice, water, pitchers, trays, glasses, snacks, and other items to residents as needed or assigned
- Assist residents during activities and to/from rehabilitation services and other areas in the facility
- Assist residents with choosing clothing/outfits, eyeglasses, and wheelchair as needed
- Monitor and assist residents during mealtime and while eating foods and snacks
- Bring resident laundry to and from laundry department, assist laundry department with hanging, laying out, and folding clothes
- Water plants and tend to the physical space as needed Remove/clean trash, spills, and other items from resident rooms and facility Make resident beds, clean drawers and closets, straighten and organize rooms
- Monitor hallways, rooms, and environmental for safety of residents
- Answer call lights when appropriate and within scope of training and duties
- Comply with all policies and procedures relating to handwashing, sanitation, wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE), and other guidance from the facility
- Observe and report changes in residents’ physical, cognitive, and/or emotional status to charge nurses, director of nursing, and/or administrator
- Report any concerns, maintenance issues, or violations of federal, state, local, or company regulations and policies
- Communicate and interact effectively with residents, visitors, families, staff, and supervisors
- Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed
Qualifications
Required Education and Skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
- Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Display attention to detail Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner
- Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)
- Exceptional judgment and active foresight
- Self-motivated and self-directed
Paradigm Healthcare was founded on the belief that by empowering each other, we can achieve more and provide better care to every patient we serve. We believe in taking a fundamental and basic human approach to our business, keeping it simple, real and to the point. We believe that by building an empowered team who knows the value they hold, we can provide an unparalleled level of care to the residents who count on us.
