Caregiver

Longleaf Liberty Park; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Holiday pay

Job summary

Longleaf Liberty Park in Birmingham, AL is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our premier senior living community. You will follow individualized care plans, observe changes, document daily care, and report to the nursing supervisor.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, documenting vital signs, providing mobility support, and transporting residents when needed. Candidates should have a High school diploma or GED and Nursing Assistant certificate;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Nursing Assistant Training Program certificate if required.
• CPR and First Aid certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Follow individualized plan of care (ISP) for each resident and observe changes.
• Check and record vital signs, weights, and other duties per state regulations.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.).
• Provide restorative nursing techniques and ADL training.
• Assist with transfers, ambulation, and transportation as needed.
• Respond to urgent calls promptly.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Resident care

Documentation

Vital signs

ADL assistance

Mobility support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing Assistant Training Program certificate

Job description

About the Company:
We are a premier senior living retirement community dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive rewards program, and a true team environment. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Follow individualized plan of care (ISP) for each assigned resident. Observe residents for change in condition and report any changes immediately to nursing supervisor. Document daily care and red flags throughout the shift especially rounds at night as they occur.
• May check and record vital signs, weights, and other duties as assigned in accordance with state regulations and community policies.
• Provide for or assist residents with activities of daily living as needed, including bathing/showing according to schedule, oral care, toileting, dressing, etc. Perform restorative nursing techniques including proper positioning, ADL training, and Passive Range of Motion. Assist in providing appropriate information and behavioral prompts, cues, redirection, and affirming support to residents in need.
• Encourage residents to participate in scheduled activities; assist residents in getting to activities. Coordinate and assist with activities as directed.
• Assist residents with transfers and ambulation as directed, using proper body mechanics, back supports, and mechanical devices as required. Provide transportation for residents within facility and, at times, accompany to appointments outside facility.
• Respond to urgent calls as assigned and in timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Why You Are Qualified:
The ideal candidate will have the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Nursing Assistant Training Program certificate (approved by the State Board of Nursing) if required.
• CPR and First Aid certification if required.
• On a daily basis, throughout the workday: Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, reaching over the head, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation. Must physically be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. Must physically be able to carry, transfer, push and pull, and reposition residents with assistance or using appropriate equipment.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive pay.
• Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay programs

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Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid references, pre-employment drug test, physical and proof of employment eligibility. EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.