Resident Guide I/Nursing Assistant (Part Time)

Company: Pacific Medical Centers
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Providence is calling a Resident Guide I/Nursing Assistant (Variable shifts, 0.6 FTE/24 hours a week) to Providence Horizon House in Anchorage, Alaska. We are a community of caregivers delivering every day on our Mission to provide compassionate care that is accessible for all - especially those who are poor and vulnerable.

Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system.

In this position you will:

• Demonstrate understanding of and carry out individual resident care according to the philosophy and mission of Providence St. Joseph Health, Providence Horizon House, and the Resident Service Agreement. Assists residents with personal care functions including: dental and mouth care, bathing, dressing and grooming, hair care, nail care, shaving, bowel and bladder care, and other personal and hygiene care. Assure all resident calls for assistance are answered promptly. Promotes autonomy of residents in decision-making.
• Measure and record vital signs, weights, bowel records, and other required documentation clearly. Report changes observed in residents to the Nurse in a timely manner. Perform safety checks as indicated in service agreement.
• Work in a spirit of cooperation with new and experienced Nursing Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants with unfamiliar routines. Communicate with coworkers at all levels to meet needs of residents.
• Assist with and/or performs restorative and rehabilitative procedures as outlined and assigned by the service agreement and Physical Therapy providers.
• Assist with transporting of residents and participating with activities as needed.
• Assist with moving, positioning and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Assist with transporting residents to Dining Room and/or serving meals, and other nutritional snacks per Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) guidelines and stated preferences of the resident. Responsible for following all food safety rules, and monitoring refrigerator and freezer temperatures.
• Keep all areas of Horizon House clean, performing routine housekeeping duties. Make occupied and unoccupied beds and change bed linens. Launder clothing, linen and other articles.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident medical and personal information obtained while performing the duties of the job.
• Follow established safety precautions and observe, monitor and intervene in or report to the Nurse any unsafe conditions. Report accidents and incidents when they occur. Report any resident abuse or suspected abuse to the Nurse immediately.

Required qualification for this position include:

• Certification in first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 4 months of hire

Preferred qualification for this position include:

• 6 months experience as a nurse aide, nursing assistant or private caregiver

About Horizon House

Horizon House is an assisted living community where most residents have more autonomy than in a long term care facility. There are 60 apartments and two cottages; some with double rooms. The homelike atmosphere and two outdoor garden areas make for a pleasant atmosphere for residents and staff alike.

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