Night-Shift Caregiver: Compassionate Senior Support

Vanda-Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvest Homes in Portland, OR is seeking compassionate Caregivers to support residents with daily living and social engagement, promoting independence in a warm, respectful community.

You will assist with ADLs, monitor health, and help residents participate in meaningful activities. Qualifications include 18+ years, US citizen/resident in Oregon, and ability to lift 50 lbs; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and reside within the State of Oregon.
• Reliable transportation/commuting to work.
• No VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance.
• Must be 18 to apply.
• Value and respect of elders.
• Speak, read, and write English.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Good reading comprehension skills.
• Good written communication with the ability to document in charts and the portal.
• Able to turn and move individuals who require assistance.
• Able to stay on feet and remain active throughout the shift.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, twist, reach, and squat often.
• 50 pound lifting requirement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver services and assist with ADLs as outlined in a resident’s Service Plan with respect, empathy, competence, and encouragement throughout the resident’s day.
• Maintain patient stability by monitoring vital signs and weight and document as necessary.
• Assist with ADLs such as dressing, showering, toileting, incontinence care, eating, and grooming.
• Follow and consistently build the simple routines and organizational structures of the community.
• Actively participate in the community with the residents, families and other staff.
• Document detailed reporting of the ADL care completed and any observations made in the electronic portal, MARs, or handwritten reports, etc.
• Identify and promptly report changes in resident health status and/or daily routine in the Daily Team huddle, to the RCC and RN/LPN, and in the Progress Notes.
• Attend and participate in daily team huddles and pass downs, staff meetings, family night, service planning meetings, etc.
• Keep up-to-date on required training and in-service hours (not less than 12 hours per year for ALF and 16 hours per year for RCF) including Food Handlers card, First Aid (CPR if required), dementia training, and other state and company-mandated trainings.
• Comply with HIPAA Privacy Act by protecting confidential patient information.
• Follow Harvest Homes procedures and adhere to the guidelines set forth for processes that have been put in place.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Empathy

People-oriented

Self-directed

Relationship building

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Harvest Homes in Portland, OR is seeking compassionate Caregivers to support residents with daily living and social engagement, promoting independence in a warm, respectful community.

You will assist with ADLs, monitor health, and help residents participate in meaningful activities. Qualifications include 18+ years, US citizen/resident in Oregon, and ability to lift 50 lbs; visa sponsorship is not available.