Caregiver (MC) - Full Time

Tanner Spring Assisted Living & Memory Care; West Linn (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanner Spring Assisted Living & Memory Care in West Linn, OR is seeking a Care Partner (MC) to assist Memory Care residents with activities of daily living and engage in cognitive activities.

The role involves providing personalized support, following care plans, and collaborating with the Health Services Director to maintain resident safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in caregiving or healthcare settings.
• Excellent English communication, verbal and written.
• Ability to use electronic devices and software.
• Knowledge of basic healthcare and infection control.
• Compassionate, calm, and patient demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized assistance to residents with memory impairments and implement memory care techniques.
• Report incidents to Health Services Director and participate in post-incident shift huddles when requested.
• Assist with grooming before meals, aid in eating and verify resident ID before serving.
• Maintain resident documentation and update Alert Charting.
• Create a safe, structured environment to minimize confusion and agitation.
• Engage residents in social activities and assist Life Enrichment Director as needed.
• Assist with personal hygiene, mobility, toileting, meals, housekeeping, and medications as required by care plan.
• Complete all assigned duties and adapt to changing resident needs and staffing.

Skills

Exceptional communication

English proficiency

Electronic devices use

Record keeping

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: WEST LINN, OR 97068Position Type: Full TimePOSITION SUMMARY

The Care Partner(MC) assists Memory Care residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), engaging in cognitive activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide personalized assistance and support tailored to the unique needs of residents' memory impairments, implementing memory care techniques to stimulate cognitive function.
• Report all incidents/accidents/potential liabilities to Health Services Director and participate in required post incident shift huddles when requested. Monitors and reports any changes to residents' health.
• Assist with grooming before meals, serve meals while aiding with eating and drinking, and verify resident's identification prior to serving. Monitor the dining room, as necessary.
• Maintain resident documentation, charting required information, including any resident changes. Add appropriate residents to Alert Charting.
• Create a safe and structured environment to minimize confusion and agitation, while promoting independence and autonomy.
• Engage residents in social activities and provide companionship; assist Life Enrichment Director as needed.
• Assists with personal hygiene, mobility, toileting, meals, housekeeping, and medication as required per care plan.
• Complete all assigned duties, as directed by management or community leadership, adapting to changes in resident needs, staffing and working conditions, as necessary.
• Be aware of and report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the Health Services Director or Administrator. Communicate complaints, suggestions, and concerns, as necessary.
• When applicable, become familiar, practice, support and engage in the Montessori Approach.
• Keep supply room and work areas clean.
• Supervisory Responsibility: None.

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in caregiving or healthcare settings.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional communication skills in English, enabling effective interaction with residents and staff through both verbal and written means.
• Utilize electronic devices and software provided.
• Understanding of basic healthcare principles/practices, safety & infection control measures.
• Awareness of common health conditions affecting older adults.
• Ability to provide physical assistance and support to residents with mobility challenges.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documenting observations.
• Capability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations, with a pleasant demeanor.
• Problem-solving abilities to promptly address concerns or complaints, with the ability to quickly pivot from one task to the next.
• Maintain ongoing education and training, attending all departmental & in-staff services as required.