If you enjoy serving seniors, you will love working with the great team at Lakewood Senior Living. We are currently hiring dependable and caring individuals who wish to make a difference in the lives of seniors. Our caregivers and Med Techs work 12 hour shifts from 7a-7p or 7p-7a. We are a premier senior living community in Boiling Springs, SC and are in need of expanding our amazing team. Come be a part of the family here at Lakewood!
We offer an unparalleled quality of life at all levels of retirement. We have created a community that allows our residents to do as much, or as little, as they like while offering the ability to age in a place with all levels of care. We welcome you to join our team and find your place here as we have many opportunities for your career to grow.
JOB SUMMARY :
We are looking for a caring and compassionate C.N.A. to join our Team.
Our aides get the opportunity to work in an array of small personal care settings. The individual will enjoy the low staff-to-resident ratio to be able to provide more personalized care to our residents.
Benefits :
- Competitive Salary
- Paid-Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Bonus Pay
- Flexible Schedule; Full-time / Part-time available
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
- Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance; Variety of Supplemental Insurances Available
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistant Programs
- Some benefits may only be eligible to full-time team members.
Starting rates depend on experience and position.
Minimum eligibility requirements
Must be registered as a certified nursing assistantAbility to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the general publicMust have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly and understand that for each resident the facility is considered the Resident's homeMust demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individualMust be honest, ethical, fair, and dependable, and respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of othersMust meet all health requirementsMust pass a criminal background checkMust be able to perform duties and responsibilities (essential job functions), with or without reasonable accommodationEssential Functions
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming (oral care), toileting, changing of bed linens, positioning, transfer, mobility, and incontinence care. Encourage residents to be as independent as capableKeep proper records of care as required by the facility. Complete all forms and documentation as requiredImmediately report any observations of concern / changes in the resident's condition to the Supervisor in ChargeVital sign monitoring will be performed as needed or directed by regulations, policy, or the primary care provider's orderBe able to apply the communities accident, disaster, fire safety, elopement, and emergency procedures for the protection of the residentsBe capable of performing CPR upon successful completion of CPR certificationBe knowledgeable of the residents' backgrounds, preferences, habits, and interests, and preserve confidential information about each residentFocus on service to residents in during dining and promote meal time as an enjoyable activity of each resident's dayProvide assistance to individual residents as needed or directed, who require help with eating, carrying plates, trays, or beveragesUnderstand and follow safety and infection control policies and procedures and readily reportany breach of the safety and infection control procedures to the Supervisor In ChargeRespond to emergency call signals promptlyReport incidents to the Supervisor in Charge promptly and complete appropriate paperwork as required in a professional mannerReadily and directly report any verbal or physical abuse of a resident, inappropriate use of resident or facility property, or lack of or inappropriate care of a resident to the Supervisor in ChargeCollect, laundry, and distribute linens, garments, etc. in accordance with and as permitted by State regulationsHelp to properly maintain all equipment and ensure work areas are clean and safeAssist in cleaning resident rooms, dining areas, and public areas as indicated by regulationsCustomer service
Responsible for ensuring that all employees are providing excellent customer service to internal and external customersPerform job duties for residents and with team members in a courteous and professional mannerTaking initiative to ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priorityMeet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner (Visitors include anyone who visits the community; specifically, current residents' families and friends, prospective residents and their families, referral sources, vendors, and regulators)Communicate professionally and cooperate with the supervisor and all community personnelResidents' rights
Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents' rightsOther
Follow & communicate company policies and proceduresThe job description provides a framework for the job; other duties may be assigned as necessaryWorking conditions (travel, hours, environment)
Scheduled hours; possible overtime. Works in other positions temporarily, when necessarySubject to frequent interruptionsIs involved with residents, personnel, and visitors under all conditions and circumstancesIs subject to callback during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., through the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminantsMay be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicalsPhysical / sensory requirement
Medium work : the ability to exert 10-35 pounds of force frequently, and / or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objectsMust be able to move intermittently throughout the dayMust function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents and staffMust be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the community