Caregiver - Memory Care - PRN (52555) at BLAKEFORD AT GREEN HILLS CORPORATION

Nashville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Direct Patient Care, Activities Of Daily Living, Memory Care, Companionship, Personal Care, Basic Computer Skills, Communication, Time Management, Physical Stamina, Patient Respect and Dignity

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Blakeford at Green Hills - Nashville, TN 37215Position Type: PRNThe Caregiver provides assistance to residents here in an assisted living and/or memory care environment supporting their goal to live safely and happily as they age in place. Assist residents with physical activities of daily living, companionship, and specialized memory care. 1st shift: 6:45 am - 3 pm 2nd shift: 2:45 pm - 11 pm 3rd shift: 10:45 pm - 7 am Why You’ll Love Being a Blakeford Caregiver: Competitive pay Health, dental, vision insurance and other benefits Company-paid life and short-term disability On-site team member gym Paid time off with cashout option 403(b) with employer match Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs Award-winning team member appreciation events and so much more! Be a part of Blakeford—where you belong. Qualifications Provide direct care to residents, recognize individual needs, encourage independence and treat each senior with respect and dignity. Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and dishes. Engage residents in meaningful conversations and provide attentive care. Demonstrate dependability in attendance and punctuality, and timely completion of assignments. Adhere to policies and practices as explained in the employee handbook and in all other materials provided at orientation. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two years of experience providing caregiving to adults, age 70 and older, preferred. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB: CNA a plus, not required SKILLS REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY ACCOMPLISH THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB: PHYSICAL: Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Able to move about freely in the following ways (including but not limited to): standing, walking, bending, sitting, and reaching with arms and hands. LANGUAGE: Able to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence. Able to write short correspondence. Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standard situations. COMPUTER OPERATIONS: Basic personal computer skills including e-mail, word processing, spread sheet and graphics. Blakeford at Green Hills is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.

Responsibilities

Provide direct assistance to residents in assisted living and memory care environments, supporting their activities of daily living and companionship. Ensure residents live safely and happily while maintaining a clean environment through light housekeeping duties.