Caregiver (AL) - PRN
$43,680–$47,840 year
On-sitePrescott Valley, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Provide companionship to Assisted Living residents to promote emotional well-being and assist with activities of daily living tailored to individual needs. Monitor dining room operations, serve meals while verifying resident identification, and support grooming before meals. Assist with personal hygiene, mobility, toileting, and medication administration per care plans while maintaining accurate documentation and alert charting. Report all incidents, health changes, hazardous conditions, and resident concerns to the Health Services Director or Administrator. Participate in required post-incident shift huddles and engage residents in social activities as needed. Maintain clean work areas and supply rooms while adapting duties to changes in staffing and resident requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Exceptional communication skills in English, enabling effective interaction with residents and staff through both verbal and written means
- Utilize electronic devices and software provided
- Understanding of basic healthcare principles/practices, safety & infection control measures
- Awareness of common health conditions associated with aging such as dementia, arthritis, and mobility issues
- Understanding essential care procedures such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
- Ability to provide physical assistance and support to residents with mobility challenges
- Knowledge of nutritional requirements and hydration needs of the elderly
- Skilled in noticing changes in residents' physical or emotional condition and reporting to supervisory staff
- Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documenting observations
- Capability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations, with a pleasant demeanor
- Ability to build trust and rapport with residents and their families
- Problem-solving abilities to promptly address concerns or complaints, with the ability to quickly pivot from one task to the next
- Maintain ongoing education and training, attending all departmental & in-staff services as required
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience in caregiving or health care settings preferred
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