Compassionate Elder Care Universal Worker

PruittHealth; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking a Universal Worker FT to provide compassionate, hands-on support for residents. Responsibilities include assisting with toileting, ambulation, bathing, feeding, mobility, and escorting, while adhering to care plans and safety protocols.

Qualified candidates will have active CPR certification and be willing to work in a team environment, with on-the-job training provided. Commitment to resident well-being and respectful, dignified care is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of some high school or equivalent courses.
• No formal experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Active CPR certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; elder care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with all care needs a resident might require including toileting, ambulation, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, escorting, and transferring.
• Understands resident alert status and reports changes immediately.
• Follows the resident’s interim service plan as needs change.
• Notifies care team of changes of condition.
• Assists in dining room during meals—set up, taking orders, serving, and cleaning.
• Assists residents to activities and appointments.
• Prepares residents for appointments and ensures timely movement to lobby or transportation.
• Able to assist with various care equipment and monitor safety issues.
• Performs housekeeping and maintains cleanliness of residents' apartment.
• Assists in safety and incident reporting; supports maintenance as needed.

Education

Some high school or equivalent

Job description

PruittHealth is seeking a Universal Worker FT to provide compassionate, hands-on support for residents. Responsibilities include assisting with toileting, ambulation, bathing, feeding, mobility, and escorting, while adhering to care plans and safety protocols.

Qualified candidates will have active CPR certification and be willing to work in a team environment, with on-the-job training provided. Commitment to resident well-being and respectful, dignified care is essential.