Caregiver

Triple Crown Senior Living; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-Demand Pay

Competitive salary

401(k) retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Health, dental, vision coverage

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Trinity Shores of Port Lavaca is seeking a dedicated Caregiver to join our team. You will provide compassionate personal care and clinical-related services per each resident's plan, delivering care with kindness and joy.

The role involves assisting with grooming, bathing, mobility, vital signs documentation, and ensuring resident comfort and safety on a shift-by-shift basis in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience giving personal care in a health care setting.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide residents' care such as grooming, bathing, dressing, and oral care daily.
• Change bed linens and maintain grooming supplies in the resident's room.
• Ambulate and transfer residents using appropriate devices and body mechanics.
• Record vital signs, weights, intake/output, and food consumption as assigned.
• Turn and position residents; prepare rooms with needed items.
• Review any shift notes and report to the charge nurse at shift start.
• Respond promptly to call lights and emergencies; seek guidance when unsure.
• Respect resident rights, privacy, and dignity; honor resident choices.
• Refer to residents by proper names; avoid pet names.
• Observe changes and report significant issues to charge nurse or DON.

Skills

Personal care experience

English communication

Job description

Position:

Caregiver-Trinity Shores of Port Lavaca

Schedule:

PRN

Location:

Trinity Shores of Port Lavaca

At Trinity Shores of Port Lavaca we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care that enriches the lives of our residents. Our team creates a welcoming environment where residents feel at home, supported, and valued. Join us and make a difference in the lives of seniors every day!

We are seeking a dedicated Caregiver to join our team. As a Caregiver, you will provide care and clinical-related services consistent with each resident's comprehensive assessment and care plan. Caregivers are expected to deliver all care with kindness, compassion and joy.

Essential Duties

• Provide residents' care (i.e., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) daily and as needed
• Change bed linen and regularly maintain appropriate grooming supplies in the resident's room
• Ambulate and transfer residents, utilizing appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics
• Record resident vital signs, weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information, as assigned
• Routinely turn and position residents as necessary. Preparing each resident's room with necessary items such as blankets, pillows, medical equipment, and toiletries
• Ensure a report has been given regarding his/her residents at the beginning of each shift
• Respond to call lights/buzzers promptly and courteously, considering each light an emergency until answered
• Seek assistance from the charge nurse when unsure of an assignment, procedure, or situation
• Provide care that protects and promotes resident rights, dignity, privacy, confidentiality and active participation
• Offer and respect resident choices and handle all resident property with respect
• Refer to residents by proper names unless the resident requests otherwise, avoid the use of all pet names
• Observe and immediately report to Charge Nurse, ADON or DON unusual occurrences, significant changes in resident's physical or behavioral condition, patterns of decreased social interaction, angry or sad behaviors, and refusals of treatment

Work Experience Requirements

• Prior experience giving personal care to individuals in a health care setting preferred
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Work independently, maintain confidentiality and professionalism, and be a positive leader
• Demonstrate practical interpersonal skills as well as sound judgment and good decision-making skills
• Maintain good working relationships with residents and co-workers
• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned

What We Offer

• We offer On-Demand Pay so you can access wages you've already earned between paydays. Perfect for unexpected expenses!
• Competitive salary
• 401(k) retirement plan (available to both full-time and part-time employees)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive, inclusive work environment where you can make a meaningful impact
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits for eligible full-time employees
• The opportunity to be part of a growing, vibrant company