Nursing - Caregiver - Full Time, Days

Cascadia Senior Living; Bainbridge Island, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascadia Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Caregiver to support residents in daily living activities, safety, and companionship. You will assist with ADLs, prepare meals, and help with mobility, while maintaining a warm, respectful environment.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and reliability. Training and teamwork are emphasized to ensure high-quality care and resident wellbeing within a supportive community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in caregiving, preferably in senior care.
• Completion of required caregiver training and certifications (if applicable).
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic by nature with an interest in seniors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and assist with resident mobility.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Current First Aid and CPR card.
• Current Food Handlers card.
• Criminal background and fingerprint check required.
• Basic computer knowledge and willingness to learn company applications.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Meal Preparation: prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks.
• Mobility Support: aid with transfers and exercises.
• Companionship: engage residents with conversations, games, and activities.
• Housekeeping: light housekeeping, laundry, and safe living environment.
• Safety: monitor hazards and emergencies, respond appropriately.
• Communication: update families and team on residents’ well-being.
• Documentation: record care, condition changes, and incidents.
• Respect and Dignity: treat residents with respect and autonomy.
• Training: participate in ongoing training and meetings.
• Teamwork: collaborate with caregivers and nurses for a cohesive environment.
• Crisis Management: handle emergencies calmly.

Skills

Compassionate, patient, empathetic

Excellent communication

English proficiency

Shift flexibility

Lifting/mobility support

Teamwork

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caregiver (WA)

POSITION SUMMARY

Caregivers create a joyful and vibrant community by providing care, support, and companionship to our residents. You will assist seniors with activities of daily living (ADLs) and ensure their safety, well-being, and comfort, in accordance with company policies and state regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Personal Care: Provide assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting as needed.
• Meal Preparation: Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Mobility Support: Help residents with mobility, transfers, and exercises to maintain their physical health.
• Companionship: Engage in conversations, games, and activities to provide emotional support and companionship.
• Housekeeping: Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry, cleaning, and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Safety: Ensure residents' safety by monitoring for any potential hazards or emergencies and responding appropriately.
• Communication: Maintain open communication with residents, their families, and team members to provide updates on residents' well-being.
• Documentation: Accurately record and document care provided, changes in residents' conditions, and any incidents or observations.
• Respect and Dignity: Treat residents with respect, dignity, and empathy, promoting their independence and autonomy.
• Training: Participate in ongoing training and education to stay updated on best practices and standards. Attends and participates in required meetings and trainings. Stays current on all system assigned tasks and duties.
• Teamwork: Collaborate with other caregivers, nurses, and staff members to ensure a cohesive and caring environment.
• Crisis Management: Handle challenging situations or emergencies calmly and effectively.
• Other duties assigned.

Cascadia Senior Living is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for our residents and team members.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in caregiving, preferably in senior care.
• Completion of required caregiver training and certifications (if applicable).
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature with a special interest in working with the senior population
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and assist with the mobility of residents as needed.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Current First Aid and CPR card
• Current Food Handlers card
• Pass a Criminal Background and fingerprint check
• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds, lifting 25 to 40 pounds constantly. The employee must reach below shoulder height frequently and kneel, stoop and squat occasionally. Stand 6 out of 8 hours.