AL Care Partner

Company: The Kensington White Plains
Location: White Plains
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

SIGN-ON BONUS OF $1,000 - JOIN OUR TEAM! About the Kensington Team Have you been searching for an organization with heart? A work environment where you can make a difference in many lives? A place where you can grow professionally and personally? Kensington Senior Living has been built upon two key values: a Love for Seniors and a Spirit to Serve. We want people who are dedicated to the mutually rewarding experience that comes from caring for others. We are currently hiring experienced CNAs to work full time and p art time shifts. We call our CNAs Care Partners because that is what they do -- care for our beloved residents. Job Summary : The CNA is responsible for providing direct care including activities of daily living, therapeutic activities programs, and restorative programs. Assistance is dependent upon physical and cognitive ability of resident. Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assists residents in and out of bed and chair/wheelchair with the correct use of the transfer belt (gait belt) if required. Depending on residents' weight and physical abilities, may require the assistance of another aide or the use of a mechanical lift to move the resident.
• Assists residents in bathing as assigned. Monitors hygiene continuously and assists as needed to assure that each resident is clean.
• Assists in personal grooming of residents.
• Assists residents in using bathroom and perineal care.
• Takes and records vital signs of residents, e.g. temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate and records information as needed/requested.
• Assists residents to dining area for meals or provides meals in room as required. Records amount eaten by residents.
• Assists in maintaining cleanliness, condition, and supplies in resident suites by observing and reporting housekeeping and maintenance needs and obtaining care supplies from the community or family as needed.
• Assists in maintaining resident charts. Communicates all changes and unusual observation concerning residents physical and psychosocial functioning.
• Attends training courses and participates in other professional development activities as required. Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant Certification is required.
  • One (1) year of experience working as a Certified Nurse Assistant in assisted living, home care or nursing home experience.
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
  • Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages, while maintaining an energetic and positive attitude.
  • Must be able to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Basic computer skills required. Skills:
    • Must be kind, caring, and possess a genuine desire to work with seniors.
    • Must have excellent verbal skills and communication abilities.
    • Ability to work effectively within a team- based environment.
    • Strong time management and organizational skills.
    • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and families.
    • Ability to solve practical problems.
    • Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations. Our Benefits Include :
      • Sign-on Bonus of $1,000
      • Employee Referral Bonus Program
      • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
      • Employer Paid Life Insurance
      • Disability Insurance
      • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
      • 401(K) Plan
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • Free Lunches/Dinners
      • Nearby bus/train COVID VACCINATION POLICY Kensington Senior Living requires our employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to receive a booster dose on or before their first date of employment. Fully vaccinated means that at least two weeks has passed since an individual received the final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. We are an equal opportunity employer. We will provide reasonable accommodations to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated because of a disability or sincerely held religious belief unless it would impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others. KWP22 PI184722453

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