DO YOU DESIRE TO WORK FOR AN ORGANIZATION WHO TRULY CARES?

This is an opportunity to join our team at Cedarhurst of St. Charles as a CERTIFIED MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (2:30 - 11:00 P.M.- AVAILABLE EVERY OTHER WEEKEND ).  Cedarhurst of St. Charles is more than just a place to live, it's a thriving community specifically designed with the best interests of our residents and staff in mind.

At Cedarhurst Living, our team believes in Assisted Living and Memory Care that values seniors and their families.  Cedarhurst of St. Charles is a community with the mission of being the best place a senior has ever lived.  We accomplish this by relying on a set of core values to support a positive culture of caring, respect and authenticity.  This spirit fills each of our communities with an atmosphere of warmth, friendship, and family. Cedarhurst professionals use their expertise and genuine respect for our residents to serve in ways that encourage independence, dignity and individuality.  We believe it’s important to take time to get to know the residents you will be serving and to put into practice our company values:

• PASSIONATE - about what you do and the care you provide.
• TRUSTWORTHY – trust is earned by outstanding service and dedication to our residents.
• EMPATHETIC - toward the residents we serve; and be there to listen, assist and above all else – care.
• POSITIVE - in your interactions with Cedarhurst residents affording them the opportunity to experience the best place they’ve ever lived.
• RESPECTFUL - toward the residents and others, giving them the attention, dignity and independence they deserve.
• APPROACHABLE – together we are family. Honest care and personalized service cannot be faked.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to be part of an organization who believes in making a difference in seniors’ lives, Cedarhurst of St. Charles is it!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Provide direct resident care services including medicine distribution to residents. Follow individualized plan of care for all residents.
• Perform resident assessments as required by the state standards/regulations and facility policy, under the direction of the Director of Nursing.
• Observe residents for change in condition and report any changes immediately to supervisor and/or the Executive Director. Provide timely interventions to change of condition and share this with care staff and family as instructed.
• Document all pertinent/relevant observations, red flags, incidents, interventions, communication with the resident’s responsible party, physician (as necessary), clinical procedures and daily medication assistance/care throughout the shift as indicated and no later than by the end of each shift. Effectively pass required information to the next shift in timely manner and as indicated to direct supervisor to ensure quality resident care. Oversees the timely documentation by Care Associates of services provided and red flags for their shift.
• Complete and maintain current individualized care plan for each resident.
• Provide interim documentation as required to resident file. Attend all scheduled interdisciplinary resident care meetings.
• Check and record vital signs, weights, and blood sugars, as assigned.
• Provide for/assist residents with activities of daily living as needed, including bathing/showering to schedule, oral care, toileting, dressing, etc. Perform restorative nursing techniques including proper positioning, ADL training, Passive Range of Motion. Assist in providing appropriate info and behavioral prompts, cues, redirection, affirming support to residents in need. Support hydration.
• Encourage residents to participate in scheduled facility activities providing assistance in getting to activities as needed. Assist in the planning and implementation of resident activities, as needed.
• Assist residents with transfers and ambulation as directed, using proper body mechanics.
• Respond to urgent calls as needed.
• Maintain restraint free environment at all times. Support fall prevention programs for all residents in need. This includes proactive intervention use, monitoring, safety in the rooms and rounds.
• Help welcome, orient, and transfer residents according to facility procedure.
• Assist in post-mortem care as instructed.
• Communicate appropriate and timely information to families as indicated. Report any family concerns to Supervisor. Share with staff information they may need to know to improve care delivery in timely manner.
• Oversees and manages medications delivery system to include timely order entry, receipt and tracking as well as daily MAR documentation, narcotic count, and checking in medications in timely manner as assigned to ensure resident compliance to medication regime. Notifies pharmacy and supervisor of issues and seeks to resolve in timely manner.
• Attend in-service classes and staff meetings. Assist with orienting new employees. Lead and coach Care Associates to improve performance.
• Coordinate activities with other departments, as necessary.
• Attend in-service classes and staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

• The position falls under the supervision of the Director of Nursing but is expected to perform independently and exercise good judgment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have current state Certified Medication Technician certification.
• Must have at least one (1) year of related work experience, preferably in a senior care community with proven leadership and organizational skills.
• Great communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the heart and passion to work with older adults while providing the best care possible.
• Must have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations, to be flexible, to work well with many interruptions and have skill in multi-tasking.
• Ideal to have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Respect for the principles of resident rights and confidentiality.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a general knowledge of laws and restrictions regarding Assisted Living care, as well as a solid understanding of opportunities and limits of other levels of care within senior living.
• Must exhibit and promote a high level of customer service, hospitality, curiosity and friendliness towards all residents, visitors, employees and the overall community.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Knowledge and ability to use Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• To perform this mission successfully, an individual should possess the physical ability to lift/move 50lbs, maintain a stationary position, move freely, operate equipment, ascend/descend freely, position self to reach equipment above or below normal standing height, and communicate with team members, residents, and residents’ family members.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.