Position Summary:

This position is responsible for caring for the residents under the direction and supervision of the Director of Health & Wellness and Delegating Nurse.

Essential Functions:

• Take and record vital signs.
• Measure and record height, weight.
• Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor.
• Assist as needed with bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living as determined in the resident's plan of care.
• Transfer, position, and turn residents.
• Provide skin care.
• Contribute to the resident’s assessment and the plan of care.
• Care for residents with dementia.
• Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
• Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
• Respect residents’ confidentiality and resident's rights.
• Familiar with emergency equipment and procedures.
• Understand duties during a fire drill and is familiar with evacuation plan.
• Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
• Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of Morningside Elite Management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Years of Experience: prefer at least one-year related experience

Type of Experience: skilled, sub-acute or memory care

Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills

Skills and Ability:

• Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

Information Systems:

Personal Attributes: Dedicated, compassionate, and energetic