RA/Caregiver-Mason Pointe-Days

RA/Caregiver-Mason Pointe-Days

Lutheran Senior Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated RA/Caregiver to join our team at Mason Pointe Care Center in Chesterfield, MO. As an organization committed to Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest, we strive to create a supportive and fulfilling work environment where all team members are valued and appreciated.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Supports residents in attaining and/or maintaining their highest practicable level of functioning by providing and/or assisting residents with personal care and performance of all routine activities of daily living.

2. Provides care and services in accordance with current standards of practice as defined by training standards and LSS Clinical Policies and Procedures.

3. Maintains the appropriate resident care environment and responds to resident requests for assistance promptly.

4. Follows all safety procedures and protocols as dictated by LSS policy, federal and state regulations, and standard nursing practice. Reports all hazardous conditions, defective equipment, accidents, or incidents to their nursing leader immediately.

5. Performs proper resident observations and record keeping. Functions as the resident's advocate, participates in care planning, and communicates any observed changes to their nursing leader and interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Previous resident/patient care experience preferred

- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Ability to write simple correspondence

- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations

- Basic computer skills, limited to retrieving data and data entry

- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

- Must have patience and be willing and able to demonstrate professional behavior in interactions with difficult situations or individuals, including residents and resident families

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

The physical activities, demands, and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk to hear.

- The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

- The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell.

- The employee must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull 45 lbs.

A well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its temperature control system (air-conditioning and heating) will be provided. The role may involve interactions with emotionally upset residents or family members. The RA/Caregiver must be willing to work beyond normal working hours, including weekends and holidays when necessary. They may also be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., within the guidelines of standard precautions. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment will be provided as needed.

This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.