Care Giver​/Med Tech; 3rd Shift

Overview

Care Giver/Med Tech (3rd Shift) at Lake House Senior Living.

Lake House Senior Living, part of the Discovery Senior Living family, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in multiple states. The organization emphasizes a positive work environment and culture that values its team members.

The Care Giver/Med Tech role provides hands-on care and physical and emotional support to residents while maintaining a safe, home-like environment.

• Be responsible for a designated group of residents during the shift; know where their residents are and physically check on them throughout the shift.
• Observe, report, and document changes in residents’ condition (e.g., skin, behavior, alertness, weight, dietary intake, participation in activities).
• Respond promptly to security systems and resident call bells.
• Notify supervisor or Health Care Coordinator if a resident has increased care needs.
• Assist with continence management and dispose of continence products to maintain sanitation of resident suites and community restrooms.
• Serve and collect food trays and assist as needed; report refusals of meals or loss of appetite.
• Maintain cleanliness of residents’ rooms and work areas.
• Practice standard care precautions for cleanliness, hygiene, and health.
• Help residents maintain independence, promote dignity, and ensure physical safety.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed and encourage engagement in life skills and enrichment activities.
• Greet and assist all internal and external customers, guests, family members, residents, vendors, and team members.
• Perform resident laundry as assigned.

• Review service plan to learn pertinent information about residents.
• Assist/observe medications and treatments using the medication observation record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass.
• Document and initials forms as medications are given, including refusals or missed doses.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident information including medication records.
• Report resident concerns to the Nurse or Health Care Coordinator during medication assistance.
• Restock medication cart after each pass.
• Assist in checking medication regardless of packaging system.
• Count narcotics with another Medication Care Manager or Nurse each shift.
• Maintain and clean the Medication Room, med charts, and treatment carts.
• Follow the refill process for medications.
• Participate in the development of the Service Plan and monthly updates.
• Take and record temperature, blood pressure, weight, pulse, and respiration rates.
• Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, sharps, and hazardous chemicals immediately.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

• Certified Nurse’s Aide certification preferred.
• High School diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• CPR Certification preferred
• First Aid Certification preferred
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Lake House offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays. Eligible team members may participate in a 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program, and accident insurance policies.

Thank you for your interest in Lake House Senior Living careers. If you have any questions about the position, please contact the community directly.

EOE D/V

• JOB CODE: 1003914
• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other

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