The Universal Worker II is responsible for enhancing the living experience for seniors by performing various care activities, including assistance with daily living tasks, following comprehensive care plans, and ensuring resident well-being through professional interaction. Duties also involve assisting with admissions/discharges, documentation, meal service, housekeeping, and potentially administering medications under RN direction.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and possess CNA and MA-40 certification in good standing on the Nebraska State Registry, with CPR required if utilizing MA-40. Preferred qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 months of experience as an aide or caregiver, along with the ability to communicate effectively in English and meet physical demands including lifting 50 pounds.
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Job description
Eventide GracePointe Senior Living and Memory Care in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Universal Worker II (Med Aide) to work 6a-2p. This schedule includes a weekend and holiday rotation.
The Universal Worker II is responsible for enhancing the living experience for Eventide’s Seniors/residents/clients by performing various care activities and related services as described and in compliance with the comprehensive care plan/service plan objectives. While doing so they will contribute to the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of Seniors/clients through respectful, professional, competent and personable interaction.
Essential Functions
1.
Provides assistance with activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, transferring/ambulation and continence.
2.
Assists with Senior/client admissions, discharges, transfers and orientation of new employees.
3.
Follows department protocol for submission of completed documentation.
4.
Prioritizes assignments, making adjustments throughout shift to meet frequently changing/ overlapping Senior/client/caregiver/TEAMember/manager needs, call lights, when necessary.
5.
Performs work duties within the assigned work environment related to the position, as assigned by Eventide, regardless of TEAMember preference.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
403(B) With Employer Match
6.
Follows through on the comprehensive care plan/service plan as developed for each individual Senior/client.
7.
Complies with HIPAA regulations regarding privacy by insuring that Protected Health Information (PHI) is safeguarded at all times.
8.
Implements activities for the Seniors/clients.
9.
Prepares, plates and serves meals, snacks and other foods requested by/for/to Senior/client.
10.
Assists with cleanup of the dining room and is responsible for housekeeping and laundry duties as needed.
11.
Additional essential functions if utilizing MA40: 1.
Prepares and administers medications and treatments, under the direction of the RN, within scope of practice as ordered by the physician and according to facility policies/procedures.
2.
Evaluates emergency situations, performing CPR when necessary, based on training.
Ideal Candidate • COMMUNICATION
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language including medical terminology related to the job.
Physical
REQUIREMENTS: Ability to gain access to the work area and then safely perform the duties of the job. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without correction). Must have unrestricted lift/push/pull ability of 50 - pounds, demonstrating strength and agility at Eventide’s discretion.
AGE
REQUIREMENT: At least age 16.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
EXPERIENCE: 6 months experience as an aide or caregiver preferred.
Credentials: CNA and MA-40 certification in good standing as demonstrated by inclusion on the Nebraska State Registry required. If utilizing MA-40 certification, CPR is required. All certifications must be kept up to date at the expense of the employee. Must meet Eventide’s vaccination requirements.
EEO Disability/Veteran
Compensation At Eventide, we value our employees and offer a competitive starting pay range of $17-19.04 per hour for Universal Worker II's based on qualifications, experience, and location. Shift premiums and differentials are also available, for select positions, paid on employment status and shift worked.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance. As well as ancillary benefits, such as life and disability insurance. Eventide also offers a 403(B) with employer match, paid time off, and many other great perks for working with us. Connect with our Human Resources Team at HR@Eventide.org to learn more!
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