Memory Care Caregiver

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc.; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Kingsport seeks compassionate individuals to provide dementia care and support to residents. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, promoting independence, and fostering a supportive community environment. Join a recognized workplace for diversity with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Health and Wellness Programs

Comprehensive Benefits

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• Provides dementia care and engages residents following individual service plans.
• Assists with daily living activities and promotes independence.

Responsibilities

• Maintains residents' records and reports health changes.
• Leads engagement programs based on residents' Life Stories.

Skills

Dementia Care

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Description

Provides dementia care including adapted ADLs, meaningful engagement, and communication to residents following a person-centered individual service plan. Treats residents with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence. Fosters a purposeful and engaging culture throughout the community.

Assists residents and provides input regarding the care plan and daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and attending programs and meals, following the individual service plan and interventions. Partners with and encourages residents to be as independent as possible, promoting self-care.

Participates in team behavioral expression meetings or discussions with community leadership. Knows residents' Life Stories, preferences, routines, and interests.

Serves meals in the dining room and may assist in meal preparation following dementia-friendly menus. Encourages residents to eat properly and stay hydrated, respecting their right to free choice. Records and reports changes in eating habits.

Leads or initiates at least one Daily Path engagement program based on residents' Life Stories or calendars. Promotes socialization and participation in person-centered programs and supports friendships among residents.

Maintains residents' records daily, including documentation related to medication, engagement, incidents, observations, and health changes, in accordance with company policies. Reports any physical or behavioral changes promptly.

If permitted by state regulations, may assist with medication administration following physician orders and medication policies. Ensures understanding and compliance with medication procedures.

Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment, performing housekeeping duties as scheduled. Responds promptly to emergency situations and resident requests, including emergency pull cords and visitor requests.

Monitors resident locations and reports if a resident cannot be located. Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

This overview is not exhaustive; associates perform all duties assigned by supervisors.

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. We offer a supportive environment for personal and professional growth, including health and wellness programs, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement.