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Five Star Senior Living

Caregiver

Five Star Senior Living, Cary, North Carolina, United States, 27511

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Caregiver

The Caregiver position provides support for our community's residents with the essential day-to-day tasks they can no longer perform or need help with. Caregivers are responsible for helping people with their daily tasks, such as laundry, cleaning, bathing, dressing, and taking their medication. Successful Caregivers are sensitive, respectful and are passionate about helping those in need. Key Responsibilities

The Opportunity Helping with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing Supporting residents with medication Repositioning residents in bed and escorting them around the community Toileting, incontinent care Taking vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate and pulse Observing and reporting on residents' health, escalating any problems efficiently and effectively Detailing daily reports to Nurse, or designated charge person, at end of shift Providing emotional support and serving as a source of comfort for residents and their loved ones Assisting residents with mobility by helping them get in and out of bed, chairs, or wheelchairs Assisting residents with eating and drinking Responsibilities include customer service, caregiving, resident safety and communication Position Requirements / Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, although mandatory in certain states. Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old, or the age required by state regulations, whichever is higher. Working experience alone, on a team, and on projects start to finish Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills Dedication to the medical field, especially towards working with the residents Must pass State and company background checks and drug test. Take Vital signs Assisting resident with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Medication supervision (within the scope of the state regulations) Read, write, speak and understand the English language. Location Information

HeartFields at Cary is a beautiful community in Cary, NC, with more than 90 units offering assisted living and Alzheimer's care. Job Type

Full-Time Job Category

Clinical Work Shift

Evening Auto req ID

147167BR