Caregiver

**Job Title: Care Manager, Caregiver**Location: ** 4371 Lifespring Lane, Knoxville TNCompany: ** The Pointe at Lifespring Senior LivingJob Type: ** Full-Time or Part-TimeAbout Us: **The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services that empower individuals and improve their overall well-being. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our team of healthcare professionals is committed to fostering a supportive environment where individuals can thrive. Position OverviewThe following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

Other duties may be required and assigned. Responsible for a designated group of residents during the shift; knows where their residents are and physically checks on them throughout the shift. Observes, reports and documents symptoms and conditions of residents for changes in condition such as skin, behavior, alertness, weight, dietary and participation in activities. Responds to security system and resident call bells promptly. Notifies supervisor and/or Health Care Coordinator if a resident has increased care needs. Assists with continence management and disposes of all continence products properly to ensure sanitation of resident suite and community restrooms.

Serves and collects food trays and assists as needed; reports refusal of meals or loss of appetite. Maintains cleanliness of resident’s room and work areas. Practices good standard care precautions of cleanliness, hygiene and health. Helps residents maintain independence, promotes dignity and physical safety of each resident. Actively participates/leads and assists residents with activities of daily living (i. e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed. Engages residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities. Greets and assists all internal and external customers, guests, family members, residents, vendors and team members.

Does resident laundry as assigned and needed. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Key ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Educational Requirements And ExperienceCertified Nurse’s Aid certification preferred. High School diploma/GEDMust be 18 years of age. Previous experience working with seniors preferred. Language AbilityAbility to communicate effectively speaking the primary language of the residents.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write in required logs and routine correspondence. Cognitive Demands: Competencies: Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Interacts with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner. Responds promptly to resident needs. JOB CODE: 1005287