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WorkSource Oregon Universal Caregiver in HOOD RIVER, Oregon

Summary The Universal Caregiver is one of the key employees in our Assisted Living and Residential Care Communities. This position has more contact with residents than any other. Staff in this position must provide the facility with a continuous stream of information on resident status, needs and issues. Universal Caregivers must be alert to changes in resident health, attitude and need. They must be able to clearly and concisely transfer this information through the system to ensure proper action is taken. The Universal Caregiver must be able to adapt to the changing needs of the facility and the resident population at any given point in time. They must be able to provide the direct care needed to help residents maintain their highest level of independence. They serve as the lynch pin on the facility care team. Learn more about working with the Pacific Living Centers team here: https://youtu.be/2Fjd_Xkz8gg Essential Duties and Responsibilities Ability to communicate with and relate well to the elder population. Ability to work in confined spaces. Knowledge of proper transfer procedures and body mechanics. Proper use of back belts, gait belts, transfer board, and use of mechanical lift equipment. Proper operation of wet/dry vacuum and regular vacuum. Proper operation of toilet plunger and auger. Proper operation of carpet cleaner (carpet cleaning/shampooing machine). General knowledge of oxygen tanks and equipment. Basic knowledge of documentation and record keeping procedures. Ability to read and interpret written procedures and directions. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds weight and carry 100 yards. Ability to lift, bend, stretch, squat, stand and other movements to perform general Universal Caregiver functions and reach in confined spaces. Ability to transfer residents with appropriate assistance (i.e. from surface to surface. Observe residents for skin breakdown, lack of appetite, health and behavior changes, foot and toenail problems, and report these and other concerns using a ROER. Immediately alert staff and facility management when a resident wanders inappropriately. Perform special tasks of nursing care when delegated by the RN. Basic computer knowledge. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. In addition the individual must have completed the Universal Caregiver program. This individual must be a CNA or have equivalent certification as required by the state. Dressing: Assisting, Total, Prosthetic Devices, Tedhose. Ambulation: Assist Residents As Indicated In Service Agreement. Emotional Support: Good Listening Skill, Non-Judgmental Peri-Care: Cleaning Hearing Aid: Putting In, Replacing Of Batteries, Cleaning Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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