CMA ~ Memory Care ~ PT

Job Description:

Summary:

Demonstrates the philosophy of the sponsoring Lutheran congregations, through upholding the Ever True mission of “Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest”, core values and code of conduct. Administers medication and physical care to residents while assisting the Charge Nurse in accordance with our established nursing care procedures and as may be directed by your Charge Nurse, Supervisors or DON. Works as a member of and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with a focus on maintaining the resident as the director of their care.

Performs all Resident Assistant (RA) duties as needed or when directed. Prepares, administers and documents medication as defined by the State approved CMA curriculum and under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Observes residents for side effects, interactions and implications of common medications. Follows all safety procedures and protocol as dictated by Ever True policy, federal and state regulations and standard nursing practice and reports all hazardous conditions, defective equipment and accidents or incidents to the Charge Nurse immediately.

Person-Directed, Quality Focused Care to including the following:
Through interaction and observation of resident’s individual preferences, concerns and desires creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm resident environment. Takes direction and cues from each resident as an individual to tailor their interactions with and care of each resident based on direction and feedback from the resident. Actively participates in continuous quality improvement and looks for ways to make things better and listens to and shares ideas.

Protect and support resident rights and immediately reports any violations to the appropriate personnel.

Takes active role in providing quality care and services, contributing to resident/customer outcomes and the organization’s success. Takes initiative. If you know something needs to be complete then use initiative and complete the task. Shares thoughts, ideas and suggestions and provides input when requested. Accepts responsibility for doing the job the right way and admits and learns from mistakes. Contributes to making everyone feel that they belong.

Do not offend, make fun of, embarrass or gossip about coworkers. Open to new ideas, different points of view and changes. Discusses and resolves differences constructively, shares concerns appropriately and directly with those involved and/or obtains direction from supervisor or Human Resources. Practices good stewardship, uses resources wisely and responsibly.

Encourages and supports residents to continue to learn and grow. Promotes resident independence by taking the needed time to work with residents and encouraging residents to live life to the fullest. Looks for and helps to create new opportunities for residents to participate and/or make a contribution. Seeks opportunities to grow skills and knowledge, whether through formal or informal means. Attends and participates in scheduled training and educational classes, orientation programs, and activities.

Friendly to residents, families and coworkers. Smiles and uses basic manners, such as greeting people in a warm manner, offering to help, and thanking customers for the opportunity to serve them. Answers phones in a polite manner, greeting the caller, giving your name and asking what you can do for the caller. Shows concern for customers by listening closely, apologizes for any problems, is supportive and makes sure everyone feels appreciated and valued.

Provides service always identifying…