Job description

About us

Riverview Village is a small business in Menomonee Falls, WI. We are professional, innovative, customer-centric and our goal is to have an exceptional team of staff members that work together to create a home for our Residents that is warm and inviting. We hope you’ll also notice the pride and care we take in Caring for Residents, here at Riverview Village. We want you to know that this is someplace special and we’ll do our best to help you feel that way, every day..

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities

Position Summary

The Caregiver/ Med Passer administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records, communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel. The Caregiver supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

⦁ Ensures compliance with Resident Rights and HIPAA policies at all times.

⦁ Administers resident medications and treatments as assigned and in compliance with all state regulations and community policies/procedures.

⦁ Administers medications to one resident at a time and observes resident taking medication. Observes for additional care needs or changes in resident’s usual behavior, condition or functional abilities. Reports observations to the Wellness Director in a timely manner.

⦁ Consistently utilizes Standard Precautions and follows infection control procedures.

⦁ Responds promptly to requests for PRN medications; observes for effectiveness.

⦁ Interacts and communicates with residents and families in a respectful manner. Refers family to the Wellness Director for service/care concerns.

⦁ Routinely performs and documents controlled substances counts according to community policy and state and federal regulatory requirements.

⦁ Assists with other shift duties and resident care when not engaged in passing medications.

⦁ May perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Demonstrates teamwork by communicating with other staff, actively working to resolve problems and lending assistance to other community staff.

⦁ Provides residents with assistance for personal needs according to the support/care plan.

⦁ Resident needs may include, but are not limited to: toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, transport, and dining.

⦁ Practices patience, compassion, and empathy in all interactions with residents. Focuses on residents’ abilities and provides social/emotional support and encourages the resident to be as independent as possible.

⦁ Promotes improved quality of life for residents through person-centered care and daily interactions. This includes prompt response to calls for assistance, sensitivity to resident needs for socialization and for privacy, providing direct assistance to participate in activities, and providing appointment reminders.

⦁ Interacts and communicates with residents and family members respectfully. Refers family members to nurse or supervisor for service/care concerns.

⦁ Consistently utilizes Standard Precautions and follows infection control procedures.

⦁ Observes for and informs supervisor/shift leader promptly about any changes in resident health/condition, behavior or needs.

⦁ Assists residents with dining. May include but not limited to preparing/cleaning the dining room, assisting residents with food selection, and serving beverages and food.

⦁ Promotes pleasant dining environment and encourages social interaction among residents.

⦁ If assigned, cleans resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas according to community protocols & schedules.

⦁ Reports maintenance needs promptly. Takes all appropriate safety precautions to minimize risk of injury to resident, self and other staff.

⦁ Consistently practices proper body mechanics and safe handling techniques.

⦁ Fulfills state regulatory requirements for annual training and/or continuing education.

⦁ Attends designated meetings.

⦁ May perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Physical Demands and Sensory Requirements

(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

⦁ Must be able to move frequently throughout the workday.

⦁ Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

⦁ Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable the senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met (e.g.: accurately read measurements on resident related equipment such as thermometers, monitors, gauges).

⦁ Must be able to function independently, have personal integrity, flexibility and the ability to work effectively with residents, employees, visitors and support agencies.

⦁ Must be in a good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.

⦁ Must be able to relate and work with the disabled, ill, elderly, emotionally upset and at times, hostile people within the community.

⦁ Stand/walk up to eight hours a day; sit up to four hours a day.

⦁ Frequently support up to 70 pounds.

⦁ Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 pounds, Push/pull up to 100 pounds.

⦁ Frequently kneel, bend, squat, climb and reach.

⦁ Must be able to assist with the evacuation of residents.

Specific Requirements

⦁ Ability to speak and understand the English language.

⦁ Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

⦁ Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors, and the general public based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

⦁ Ability to be calm and level-headed in emergencies.

⦁ Well groomed, professional and possess ability to work harmoniously with other personnel.

⦁ Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing resident care practices.

⦁ Follows written and oral instructions.

⦁ Maintain patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as ability to handle residents, staff, and visitors, based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

⦁ Ability to speak and understand the English language.

⦁ Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

⦁ Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors, and the general public based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

⦁ Ability to be calm and level-headed in emergencies.

⦁ Well groomed, professional and possess ability to work harmoniously with other personnel.

⦁ Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing resident care practices.

⦁ Follows written and oral instructions.

⦁ Maintain patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as ability to handle residents, staff, and visitors, based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

Education and Experience Requirements

⦁ Must possess, at a minimum, a High School Diploma or Equivalent.

⦁ Must have current CBRF certifications.

⦁ Completion of state approved Caregiver program, as required by state regulation.

⦁ Must meet age requirements according to community policy and state regulations.

⦁ Works all throughout the community/facility.

⦁ Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.

⦁ Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.

⦁ Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Menomonee Falls, WI 53051: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

gatheringourvoice.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, gatheringourvoice.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, gatheringourvoice.org is the ideal place to find your next job.