This position will assist evening shift in creating a rotating bath schedule. Full time, Evenings, PCA/CNA.
The primary purpose of this position is to perform or oversee resident performance of personal care or assist residents to perform personal care, including dining services, in accordance with Facility policies and procedures. This position also oversees and coaches Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) when supervisor is unavailable.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain confidentiality of residents, resident family members, coworkers, and Immanuel Living
Understand and support the philosophy, policies, and standards of Immanuel Living and the Assisted Living Department
Maintain quality of resident care, including compliance with Facility and Assisted Living Department policies and procedures, and State and Federal guidelines
Follow facility and department policies and procedures
Position Duties
Accurately and safely perform resident care in accordance with residents’ care plan, resident Assignment Sheet and worksheets, and nurses’ instructions
Answer call lights in a timely manner
Pick up and maintain resident rooms in a neat and orderly condition
Assist residents to and from meals, meetings, and activities, as needed
Straighten and maintain department rooms and equipment storage areas in a neat and orderly condition
Documentation and Communication
Accurately record resident care on Resident Assignment Sheet
Inform Assisted Living Nurse Coordinator or Medication Nurse of improvement or decline in resident condition on a timely basis
At the end of assigned shift, give report to the incoming shift
Answer department telephone
Communicate with supervisor and participate in training and/or meetings that help facilitate departmental communication process
Communicate with others in a considerate manner
Professional Licenses or Certifications Required by Law, Rule, or Regulation for Performing this Position
The employee must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and be able to work under time and/or deadline pressures.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand at least 90% of the shift; use hands to finger; handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, bend, squat, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
The employee must frequently lift up to 10 pounds, rarely lift up to 20 pounds, occasionally lift up to 40 pounds, but rarely lift more than 40 pounds.
The employee must occasionally reach above shoulder height, frequently reach from chest to shoulder, frequently reach from waist to chest, and frequently reach below waist level.
The employee must occasionally carry up to 12 pounds but rarely carry up to 20 pounds.
The employee must frequently push / pull up to 20 pounds, and frequently push up to 40 pounds but rarely push over 40 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required of this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Education and Experience
Graduation from high school or GED preferred.
With current Montana CNA certification, must be in good standing to work as a CNA in Montana OR
Have a current CNA certification in another state AND be in the process of acquiring Montana certification within 30 days of transferring OR
Have successfully completed CNA certification training class and be waiting for a certification letter from the Montana Licensure Bureau.
About Immanuel Living
Immanuel Living is a not-for-profit, Life Plan Community located in Kalispell, MT. Thanks to our creative and dedicated staff, we offer residents new possibilities each day – along with resort style amenities, numerous options for healthy lifestyles, and a breathtaking location in the Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park. Immanuel Living is the primary residence for 300 older adults living in our independent villa apartments, assisted living and memory support residences, our post-acute rehab and long term care residences and includes multiple dining rooms, a fitness center, art studio, and more. Immanuel Living is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America and is committed to its philosophy of providing a faith-based environment to enrich the lives of older adults while maintaining its local and regional reputation as the leader in senior living for its quality of services and innovation.
What We Offer (for benefits-eligible employees)
Retirement savings program with strong employer match
Affordable medical benefits
Optional dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO Accrual
Employee wellness programs
Educational assistance for lifelong learning
Free and discounted employee meals
Benefits subject to change; details depend on employment status
Immanuel Living is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. If this sounds like you, then please apply for this position. When applying, please include all work history. List your employers, starting with the most current/recent, including self-employment.
