Caregiver @ The Kensington at Kisco Senior Living in Walnut Creek, CA

Job Description

We are seeking talented team members at Kisco Kensington. The Caregiver administers resident medication or assist residents with self-administration of medication and coordinate treatments to residents. Provide assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being.

Schedule: Part time, AM, PM, or NOC

Pay: $22/$23hr

What will I do every day?

• Observe residents for any changes in condition and report to Care Services Director, Resident
• Care Coordinator (RCC)/Dementia Care Coordinator (DCC), or appropriate physician
• Assist residents with simple requests as needed or find an appropriate associate to assist
• Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction
• Document and report changes of condition and use company forms for resident care documentation
• Provide medication set up and assistance
• Log in medications from pharmacies, verify physician’s orders and communicate any concerns immediately
• Track all medications and re-order as needed
• Perform the following tasks with residents: track vital signs, weight, diabetic testing and/or insulin injection (if state allowed), ambulation, and general activities
• Follow all regulatory and company policies regarding the destruction of medications as identified by the physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director
• Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the resident’s physician
• Familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications
• Support, lead and participate in resident-centered wellness programs
• Work toward maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, and personal safety
• Assist resident assistants as needed and whenever primary tasks are completed
• Track supplies that are needed and communicate to Care Services Director or RCC/DCC
• Work as part of the team within your department and across the community
• Support open and honest communication with and between all associates
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
• Support continuous improvement
• Adhere to all regulations, laws and Kisco standards, including the Associate Handbook
• Understand and support the community sales process
• Perform other related duties as required

What will I need to be successful in this role?

• Bring a smile to work every day
• Be a great team player
• Be a high school graduate
• Nursing Assistant course (State approved, if required)

Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?

• Must be 21 years of age (or meet state requirements)
• Have current First Aid and CPR certification
• Have completed the required training, and/or certification (according to state) for assisting with medications
• Must be knowledgeable of pertinent regulations with monitoring and licensing of the residence
• Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed

What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)

• Competitive pay
• A free meal per shift
• Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
• Matching 401k (Full-time only)
• Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process, which includes successfully passing a drug screen, a job specific-related physical, a TB test, and a background check. If selected for employment, the company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements

*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer