Universal Worker - Full-Time 3rd Shift

Ruthven Community Care Center -; Ruthven (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ruthven Community Care Center Assisted Living is seeking a Universal Worker for a full-time position. The role includes preparing residents for daily activities, reporting needs to licensed nurses, and delivering quality, person-centered care. The facility will place the Universal Worker through a Medication Manager course.

Starting wage is $18.00/hr, and the job emphasizes compassion, independence, and effective communication with residents and families in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency preferred.
• CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living to support independence.
• Report residents' needs and concerns to a licensed nurse.
• Provide 1:1 support and respond promptly to call lights.
• Assist in feeding residents after Nutritional Feeder training.
• Travel with residents to appointments as needed.
• Maintain rapport with residents and families while supporting core values.
• Perform light cleaning, pass meals, clear tables and assist in activities.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

CPR Certification

Job description

This position is in The Ruthven Community Care Center Assisted Living.

This is a Full-time position.

The facility will also put the Universal Worker through a Medication Manager course.

Starting wage is $18.00/hr.

Job Summary:

The Universal Worker assists residents with those activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without help, fostering at all times resident’s independence and freedom of choices. Responsible for delivery of quality service. Reports residents’ needs and concerns to a licensed nurse.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of duties to support the residents with activities of daily living within non-certified or license needs. May include pushing residents in wheelchairs, providing 1:1’s for residents within plan of care, responding promptly to call lights, distributing ice/water, linens, meals/snacks or supplies.
• Supports facility departments such as Environmental Services, Activities and Dining Services by performing light cleaning responsibilities, passing meals, clearing tables, and assisting in activity programs as needed.
• Assists feeding residents upon completion of required Nutritional Feeder training program.
• Travels to appointments with residents not requiring certified or licensed transport.
• Observes and reports changes in residents’ physical condition and behavior to licensed nurse.
• Establishes good rapport and communicates effectively with residents and family members.
• Has fun in creating a positive atmosphere for residents in conjunction with our Core Values.
• Follows instructions and completes daily assignments as assigned and is proactive to change.
• Possesses understanding and compassion for the elderly population.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalency (preferred).

License/Certifications

• CPR Certification (required).

Additional Responsibilities:

Continuing Educational Requirement

• Required to complete annual 12-hour in-service training programs (as well as supplemental online education). Failure to complete the 12-hour in-service training program, or any other requirement under internal policies, local, state, or federal law may result in termination