Job Details
* Spring Hill, FL, USA
* Hourly
* Full Time
*Full Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits, 401k w/company match and paid vacation.*
**The shift for this position is: M-F 7a-3p e/o/w**
The Residence at Timber Pines is a Gold Award winning senior living community featuring Respite, Memory Care, Independent and Assisted Living nestled in a beautiful, natural setting on a 7 acre campus of gorgeous landscaping. Timber Pines delivers on the on the promise that both our residents and our staff will have the opportunity to lead a purposeful life. Apply today to join our team of exceptional employees dedicated to the highest level of service and professionalism!
**Essential Job Functions Duties and Responsibilities**
* Perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the nurse, e.g. range of motion exercises, assistance in ambulation or exercises.
* Performs personal care activities including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, skin care/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, and others as directed/requested.
* Performs household services essential to health care at home including meal preparation/feeding, laundry and ironing, changing/laundering bed linens, light housekeeping and other services as offered.
* Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents.
* Observes and documents the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the nurse.
* Responds promptly and courteously to resident requests for assistance and emergency pull cords.
* Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for residents by observing infection control practices, following facility guidelines, and reporting unsafe situation to the nurse.
* Assist residents in preparing and transporting for appointments and social programs.
* Assist with moving and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
* Assist residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.
**Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
* Possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions.
* Be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
* Be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly people within the facility.
* Be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.
**Education and Experience**
* Prefer 6 months or more in home care or assisted living.
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