Caregiver

Jackson Creek Senior Living; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday PTO

Tuition Assistance

Double pay holidays

PTO on Day 1

Referral Bonus

Free meal on shift

Loyalty Incentive

Employee Recognition

Discounts (Verizon/AT&T)

Pay Advance

Medical Insurance

Life/AD&D

401K

Job summary

Jackson Creek Senior Living in Iowa City is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to assist residents with daily living activities and safety. The role emphasizes RN delegation while providing personal care and companionship in a supportive setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, mobility, meals, observing health changes, and ensuring a pleasant, respectful home environment. No nursing certificate required; prior caregiving is helpful, and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Knowledge of Basic First Aid.
• Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing excellent care.
• Ability to follow directives and work effectively in a team environment.
• Skills in nurturing and interest in working with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services, assistance, and support while ensuring resident wellbeing and safety, through RN delegation.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, hygiene, and mobility.
• Observe and report changes in health, safety, and well-being of the residents.
• Respond promptly to call signals and resident emergencies, assisting with their immediate need or contacting emergency support.
• Support resident mobility by assisting with transfers, positioning, walking, and using mobility aids as needed.
• Assist with serving meals and bussing tables during mealtimes.
• Offer companionship and conversation while encouraging socialization among residents.
• Launder residents’ clothing, linen and towels; fold and return to residents.
• Complete minor housekeeping of residents’ apartments, providing a pleasant home environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Team player

Nurturing mindset

Patience

Job description

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Caregiver

Nurses Aide Iowa City, IA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 11252

Dial is the place to love the way you work. Our team members get the opportunity to serve and learn from some of the most knowledgeable seniors. Our residents will become your family as we seek to infuse happiness into the lives of those we serve daily. You will make a difference at Dial by not only adding years to resident's lives but life to their years.

• Birthday & anniversary PTO
• Tuition Assistance
• Double pay on holidays
• PTO accrual on DAY 1
• Referral Bonus
• Free meal during shift (Up to $260 savings)
• Loyalty Incentive
• Employee Recognition Program
• Discounts through Verizon and AT&T
• Pay Advance Program
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance including Dental and Vision
• Basic Term Life/AD&D
• 401K

Position Overview

This position does not require a nursing certificate and is ideal for individuals beginning a caregiving career. The position provides personal care services, assistance, and support while ensuring resident wellbeing and safety, through RN delegation.

• Responsible for providing services to each resident according to the resident service plan.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, hygiene, and mobility.
• Observe and report changes in health, safety, and well-being of the residents.
• Respond promptly to call signals and resident emergencies, assisting with their immediate need or contacting emergency support.
• Support resident mobility by assisting with transfers, positioning, walking, and using mobility aids as needed.
• Assist with serving meals and bussing tables during mealtimes.
• Offer companionship and conversation while encouraging socialization among residents.
• Launder residents’ clothing, linen and towels; fold and return to residents.
• Complete minor housekeeping of residents’ apartments, providing a pleasant home environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Knowledge of Basic First Aid

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Promote teamwork in providing services to resident.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing excellent care
• Ability to follow directives and work effectively in a team environment
• Skills in nurturing and interest in working with older adults

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in providing care services