JOB SUMMARY

The role of the Activity Assistant is supportive in nature. The Activity Assistant assumes the leadership of the Activity Department in the absence of the Activity Director in meeting the objectives of the Activity Department, which is to develop and implement an activity program that is designed to meet the individual activity needs and interests of each individual resident. The Activity Assistant works as a member of a team under the direction of the Activity Director.

 

EDUCATION

Must have a high school diploma.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

1.  Must be able to read and write with good grammar skills

2. Is self motivated and able to take the imitative to complete duties as specified and directed by the Activity Director.

3. Possesses a valid drivers license.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works with the Activity Director to restore self confidence, community integration, resocialization skills, improving physical condition, leisure education for residents, one-one programming for the room/bed-bound, providing mental stimulation and sensory stimulation for residents in the facility.

1. Assists the Activity Director in completing activity assessments as assigned
2. Assists the Activity Director in identifying problems/needs of residents and in developing an activity plan, as requested by the Activity Director.
3. Participates in patient care plan conferences as requested by the Activity Director, and represents the Activity Director at these conferences in the absence of the Director.
4. Has a working knowledge of resident's rights and is an advocate for the resident.
5. Has a working knowledge of policies within the Activity Department and throughout the facility, and abides by these policies.
6. Completes documentation as assigned by the Activity Director in a timely and professional manner.
7. Communicates with Department Heads and other staff when necessary to insure full implementation of the activity program
8. Keeps confidential any and all information regarding the resident's personal and clinical records.
9. Provides assistance to the Resident's Council as requested.
10. Assists the residents in transporting to and from activities as needed.
11. Conducts activities with the residents, both groups and on a one-one and an individual basis as scheduled by the Activity Director.
12. Provides supervision of Volunteers as requested by the Activity Director.
13. Runs errands for the Activity Director as requested
14. Participates in community oriented events and special marketing projects as requested
15. Recruits, trains, and orients volunteers as requested by the Activity Director.
16. Is responsible for handling of funds within the Activity Department.

Environmental Services Staff Job Summary Environmental Services staff will clean and service rooms, baths, lavatories, offices, and facility common areas. Staff will clean window sills, empty trash baskets, dust, polish, sweep, mop, and arrange furniture in a organized fashion to keep the facility in a clean and orderly manner. Environmental Services Staff will wash, dry, fold, and dispense linens and resident's clothing. Staff will ensure that clean linen is returned to the linen storage area as quickly as possible, and that clean resident's clothing are promptly returned to the appropriate owner. Staft will maintain laundry equipment in a clean manner, remove lint from dryer, and ensure tumblers are clean and appropriate. Staff will ensure that processed linens and clothing are clean, wrinkle-free, and appropriate for resident use prior to placing in service. Education Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions. Qualifications

1. Previous experience in environmental services preferable but not essential.
2. Worker receives on-the-job training with supervision.
3. Must have some knowledge in the use of cleaning devices such as brooms, mops, buffers, and other cleaning equipment.
4. Has an interest in learning, ability to cooperate, and willingness to work under supervision.
5. Must work as scheduled each week, working weekends and holidays as needed
6. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination

Responsibilities

1. Adhere to directives of Environmental Services Supervisor, Administrator, or Director of Nursing
2. To keep the nursing facility in a clean and sanitary condition in order to provide for the welfare and core of the residents in a healthful environment.
3. Must have a genuine interest in working with the elderly.
4. Willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis, and perform task despite frequent interruptions.
5. Ability to performing task with due consideration for residents in area.
6. Exercise initiative and judgment involved in maintaining assigned area in a clean and orderly fashion.
7. Must be willing to handle soiled, dirty laundry, and clean soiled, dirty lavatories, beds, chairs, and equipment within the nursing facility.
8. Must have the ability to work well with co-workers and supervisors

JOB SUMMARY: He/She is responsible for the care of the residents in a designated area of the facility. He/She communicates with the off going and arriving shifts of personnel to assure the continuum of quality of care. Makes rounds, evaluating the physical, emotional, and social needs of the residents making sure these are being met through the staff assigned to work with each group of residents. Assesses assigned staff’s ability to provide for each resident’s needs and provides intervention as indicated. Supervises the care provided by the Nursing Assistants assigned to the unit, providing intervention, and education as indicated. Makes adjustments in assignments as indicated. Prepares and administers medications and treatments according to procedures. Consults with physicians, receives, records, and transcribes orders as required. Makes rounds with physicians when necessary. Reviews resident’s care plans and assures these plans are followed. Documents on records as per policy and procedures of the facility. Participates in the evaluation of the employees working under his/her supervision. Participates in staff meetings and in-services as required. The Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible to the Director of Nursing and/or the Assistant Director of Nursing.   EDUCATION: He/She must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing currently registered with the state agency for nursing licensure and hold a valid nursing license in the state he/she is employed.   QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Demonstrates leadership and managerial ability.
2. Has the ability to organize, plan, and supervise care and the Nursing Assistants assigned to work a designated unit and shift.
3. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
4. Is of good emotional, mental and physical health, having sound judgment and high professional standards.
5. Must be willing and capable of providing emergency assistance to residents as indicated.
6. Is courteous in working with residents, families, and employees.
7. Maintains a neat, well-groomed and professional appearance at all times.
8. Has a desire to work with the geriatric resident and their current and prospective needs.
9. Must be willing to be in the facility ready to begin assigned duties on time.
10. Must be willing to be in the facility during weekdays as well as weekend hours.
11. Must be willing to work preferred shifts as scheduled and assist on other shifts as needed to assure adequate staffing to meet the needs of each resident.
12. Must demonstrate ability to evaluate the geriatric resident’s needs and provide intervention timely to assure each resident’s needs are met.
13. Must demonstrate ability to evaluate nursing staff needs and provide staff education timely to provide quality care.
14. Must demonstrate ability to function as a cooperative team member with each member of the Nursing Department and other departments.
15. Must demonstrate the ability to follow and supervise assigned staff to assure the facilities policies and procedures are followed and upheld.
16. Must demonstrate the ability to manage and supervise the assigned unit in a productive, timely manner.
17. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination.

  RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Receives report from the off going shift.
2. Reviews communication systems to be knowledgeable of any unusual occurrences during the previous shifts.
3. Assigns Nursing Assistants and other designated personnel assuring each resident’s needs will be met during the assigned shift.
4. Gives report to Nursing Assistants.
5. Makes rounds of the assigned unit frequently during the shift providing intervention as needed. During the entire shift, will be attune to needs of the unit while doing other nursing tasks.
6. Prepares and administers medications as ordered. Reorders medications as needed in preparation for future shifts: assesses and documents medication issues as per policy.
7. Provides special procedures as ordered.
8. Completes the treatments as ordered. Assesses and documents new and old areas of treatment describing in detail the results of staff action and the results of the treatment. Prepares a weekly skin report for the Director of Nursing. Contacts the physician for any areas not responding positively and timely.
9. Supervises the meal service for each resident on the unit. Works with the staff to assure each resident is provided adequate nutrition for each meal.
10. Continually assesses and reassesses residents for risk of complications as a result of being in the facility. (i.e., skin breakdown, incontinence, contractures, reduced mobility, reduced involvement in bathing, dressing, or eating, weight loss, behaviors due to change in lifestyle, etc.)
11. Continually observes progress and quality of work of the Nursing Assistants to assure that residents are turned, repositioned, toileted, walked, exercised, provided food and fluids, well groomed, involved in their specific restorative program, provides intervention as indicated, et. Also observes the resident’s environment to assure a clean and safe environment is provided for each resident.
12. Document on the nurse’s notes per policy. Assures there is accurate and timely documentation of any unusual observation, incident, or happening.
13. Reviews information, reassess residents, interviews staff, reviews documentation of each shift and writes monthly nurses progress note using the Interdisciplinary Care Plan documenting progress or lack of progress toward the resident’s goals. Writes suggestions for changes to be made to the plan of care on the “Working Copy” of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan.
14. Admits residents as required.
15. Assist in the ordering and reviewing of results of laboratory tests as indicated. Notifies physician of results.
16. Notifies the physician of unusual findings as indicated.
17. Assist with auditing charts.
18. Assist with answering and correcting consultant reports.
19. Reviews, signs, and provides intervention as indicated for Nursing Assistants documentation.
20. Counts required medications with oncoming and off going shifts.
21. Makes appropriate notes in Communication Books to assure adequate communication is maintained for nursing.
22. Assists in keeping other departments informed of resident’s change of condition as indicated.
23. Assists in providing in-services for assigned staff.
24. Keeps nurse’s station, medication room clean. Assigns Nursing Assistants to keep each ancillary room clean and orderly. Assigns staff to keep equipment clean and proper condition for use.
25. Reviews and updated Medication Administration Record, Treatment Administration Record, and Nursing Care Flow Records for the upcoming month.
26. Makes rounds toward end of shift to assure area is in order for the oncoming shift.
27. Gives report to oncoming shift.
28. Reviews and assures there is adequate staffing for the oncoming shift. Replace known absences in a timely manner.
29. Performs any other tasks as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing.

JOB LOCATION:          Must work throughout the nursing areas of the facility. May require working irregular hours and may be exposed to communicable diseases and/or body fluids, medical preparations, toxic substances and occasionally ionizing radiation.

JOB SUMMARY He/She is responsible for the assessment and follow up of each resident's need for and result of treatments provided in the facility or a designated area of the facility. He/She communicates with the other Licensed Staff of the facility in assessing needs and results of staff action to assure residents do not decrease their functional abilities such as: obtain skin breakdown, contractures, weight loss, skin tears and so forth while in the facility. Assists the facility to provide education, assessment and intervention to assure prevention programs are implemented. Assists the facility in following appropriate infection control programs. Works with the facility as team member to assure treatments are coordinated with other events of the day. Assists the Nursing Department to assure residents care plans are followed. Documents on records as per policy and procedures of the facility. Participates in staff meetings and in-services as required. The Treatment Nurse is responsible to the Director of Nursing and/or the Assistant Director of Nursing. EDUCATION He/She must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing currently registered with the state agency for nursing licensure and hold a valid nursing license in the state he/she is employed. QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrates leadership and managerial ability
2. Has the ability to organize and plan time to assure each resident's treatments are completed timely and accurately.
3. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
4. Is of good emotional, mental and physical health, having sound judgment and high professional standards.
5. Must be willing and capable of providing emergency assistance to residents as
6. Is courteous in working with residents, families and employees.
7. Maintains a neat, well-groomed and professional appearance at all times.
8. Has a desire to work with the geriatric resident and their current and prospective needs.
9. Must be willing to be in the facility ready to begin assigned duties on time.
10. Must be willing to be in the facility weekends as well as weekdays.
11. Must be willing to work as a Licensed Staff assigned to a unit in an emergency.
12. Must demonstrate ability to evaluate the geriatric resident's needs and provide intervention timely to assure each resident's needs are met.
13. Must demonstrate ability to evaluate Nursing Staff needs and provide staff education timely to provide quality care.
14. Must demonstrate ability to function as a cooperative team member with each member of the Nursing Department and other departments.
15. Must demonstrate the ability to follow facility's policies and procedures.
16. Must demonstrate the ability to manage and supervise the treatment plans for each resident in the facility as indicated.
17. Is willing and capable of providing emergency care as needed for any resident in the facility.
18. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Reviews Nursing Communication Books and Systems.
2. Provides treatment for all residents as ordered.
3. Provides special procedures as ordered.
4. Makes rounds with physicians for those residents with treatment orders.
5. Assesses residents for risk of skin breakdown, tears or lesions. Notes these risks and appropriate intervention on the "Working Copy" of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan.
6. Assesses Nursing Assistants ability to provide skin prevention programs. Provides education as needed. Assists the Licensed Staff assigned to the units to supervise Nursing Assistants to assure programs are followed.
7. Completes weekly skin records accurately describing onset date, size, location, color, healing, odors, cultures, etc. (Pressure Sore and Non-Decub skin condition records).
8. Completes the weekly skin report for at least the Director of Nursing and the Administrator. Reviews information with the Director of Nursing noting progress, possible alternate interventions, etc.
9. Makes skin rounds with the Director of Nursing at least weekly discussing prevention, progress, or lack of progress noted.
10. Works with the Nursing Assistants and Licensed Staff to assure the resident other tasks of the day can proceed as appropriate (i.e., bathing, restorative programs, activities, etc.).
11. Notifies physicians of the healing or lack of healing of any lesions. If no healing is noted in at least 3 to 4 weeks, suggest alternate treatment be sought.
12. Transcribe orders as obtained for treatments.
13. Reviews ang updates the Treatment Administration Record at the beginning of each month in preparation of the upcoming month.
14. Reviews all laboratory reports for possible infections. Provides education of prevention of infections as needed.
15. Completes tracking forms for all infections in preparation of the facility's Quality Assessment and Assurance. Reviews the information with the Director of Nursing and/or Administrator in preparation for the meetings.
16. Assists the nursing department to provide a restorative atmosphere.
17. Assists the Licensed Staff assigned to the units as necessary to assure quality care is provided.
18. Reports any inappropriate findings noted while making rounds of the facility.
19. Assists with auditing of charts.
20. Assists with answering and correcting consultant reports.
21. Makes appropriate notes in Communication Books to assure adequate communication is maintained for nursing.
22. Assists in keeping other departments informed of resident's change of condition as indicated
23. Assists in providing in-services for assigned staff as needed each day.
24. Keeps treatment cart stocked, organized, clean and in good repair.
25. Assists Nursing Assistants in keeping residents turned, repositioned, free of contractures, toileted, etc,
26. Assists in supervising meal service of each resident in the facility.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: The dietary aide works with the facility’s Dietitian/Director of Food Services as necessary and implements recommended changes as required. Performs other duties, as assigned. Ensures that food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. The dietary aide assists with the service and delivery of food trays to designated areas, cleaning of the kitchen per established protocols, and proper washing and cleaning of food utensils an dishes.   Assigned Tasks:

• Serves meals in accordance to established portion control procedures.
• Serves meals that are appetizing and palatable in appearance.
• Serves meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
• Assists in daily cleaning duties as assigned to include work tables, meat blocks, and refrigerators/freezers in accordance to established policies and procedures.
• Sweep and mops floors as directed.
• Washes and cleans utensils, dishes, and cooking items according to established policies and procedures.
• Carries out garbage and keeps the work area clean, dry, and free of hazards.
• Sets up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.
• Collects and distributes menus as instructed.
• Assists in checking dietary trays before distribution and delivering food carts to designated areas.
• Removes food carts, food trays from dining rooms to dishwashing area for cleaning.

Additional Tasks:

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings, fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Reports work related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
• Maintains food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.
• Ensures the department, necessary equipment and supplies are clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Assists in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.
• Ensures food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.

  Personal Skills and Traits Desired / Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors, or personnel.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Works in well-lit, ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm for cooking.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.
• Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
• May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in the kitchen/storage areas.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Assessment Nurse works with the Director of Nursing to coordinate and monitor the comprehensive assessments and care planning of all residents of the facility. He/she works with the Director of Nursing to ensure the highest quality of care is provided in a cost effective manner with the residents in the facility. This is done in an efficient and timely manner with consideration for both health care and legal responsibilities of the residents, facility, and the employees, working within the policies and procedures of this facility. The Assessment Nurse is responsible to the Director of Nursing of the facility. EDUCATION: He/She must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing currently registered with the state agency for nursing licensure and hold a valid nursing license in the state he/she is employed. is... QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Geriatric nursing experience is preferred
2. Demonstrates leadership and management ability.
3. Has the ability to plan and organize the overall plan of care for each resident.
4. Has comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
5. Thorough knowledge of principles and methods involved in demonstrating techniques and methods of resident care services and assessing resident needs. Maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
6. Is capable of implementing changes as mandated by Federal, State, and management suggestions.
7. Is of good emotional, mental, and physical health, having sound judgement and high professional standards.
8. Is courteous in working with residents, families, and employees.
9. Maintains a neat, well groomed and professional appearance at all times.
10. Has a desire to work with geriatric residents and their current and prospective needs.
11. Must be willing to be in the facility working with the staff of each shift at varying times.
12. Must demonstrate ability to follow recommendations as designed by the Nurse Consultant,
13. Must demonstrate ability to evaluate the geriatric resident's needs and implement systems to meet these needs.
14. Must demonstrate the ability to function as a cooperative team member with all disciplines in the facility.
15. Must have a pre-employment TB screening test according to management policy and procedure.

JOB RESPONSIBILITY:

1. Evaluates, plans, and organizes resident care according to established policies.
2. Responsible for overall RAI process (MDS, CAA, CAT, Care plans).
3. Meet with therapist to establish care plans according to resident needs.
4. Hold interdisciplinary meetings to establish accurate, meaningful care plans according to assessment protocol.
5. Audits charts according to facility policy for documentation to support assessments and care plans. (Audits are done for case mix documentation purposes only.)
6. Trains staff in documentation procedures per request of D.O.N
7. Interviews residents and family members for residents needs and limitations to provide an accurate assessment and care plan.
8. Perform any other responsibilities discussed and designated by the D.O.N

CT experience preferred    

Part Time radiology tech needed

   

Registration Clerk: This position is responsible for registering patients for either Outpatient procedures or Emergency Room visits. This position requires the ability to follow all policies and procedures, laws, and regulations. Job Duties: - Entering correct or updated patient information. - Verifying insurance eligibility either online or over the phone. - Answering phone calls and being able to transfer call to correct location - Following HIPPA guidelines   The individual should have the following skills in to handle the job efficiently: - Experience working in computer programs. - Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel skills. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Organization and multi-tasking skills. - If in the Emergency Room, dealing with any bodily fluids. - Time management skills.   Job Requirements: - Current Driver’s License - High School Diploma or GED

Full-Time/Night Shift Position at GEORGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL

7pm to 7am shift  

    JOB SUMMARY: He/She is responsible for the care of the residents in a designated area of the facility. He/She is knowledgeable of the information as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan and follows the plan. He/She provides information to keep the care plan current with the resident’s needs. He/She provides restorative care for each resident in the assigned group keeping the resident well-groomed, clean, and assist to meet the psychosocial needs. He/She assists to keep the resident care areas clean, in good working order, and a home like atmosphere for the resident. He/She communicates with the Licensed Staff and other department heads of the resident’s needs. He/She reports all relevant observations to the Licensed Staff assigned to the unit in a timely manner. He/She documents information timely and daily on the Nursing Flow Record and other records as indicated. The Nursing Assistant is responsible to the Licensed Staff assigned to the specific unit.   EDUCATION: Must be able to read, write, and follow oral instructions. High school education or equivalent is preferred. Must be at least enrolled in a certification program before employment begins and completing of the certification process is preferred prior to employment. Certification process must be completed within state designated deadlines. If the program has not been successfully completed, the Nursing Assistant can only perform those tasks he/she has demonstrated proficiency in completing.   QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Has the ability to organize, plan, and supervise care of a group of residents assuring quality is provided at all time for this group as well as others in the facility.
2. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
3. Is of good emotional, mental, and physical health having sound judgment and high standards.
4. Is willing and capable of providing emergency care as needed for any resident in the facility.
5. Is courteous in working with residents, families, and employees.
6. Maintains a neat, well-groomed appearance at all times. Keeps personal appearance appropriate for resident care.
7. Has a desire to work with the geriatric resident and their current and prospective needs.
8. Must be in the facility ready to begin assigned duties on time and as scheduled.
9. Must be willing to work preferred shifts as scheduled and assist on other shifts as needed to assure adequate staffing to meet the needs of each resident.
10. Must have the ability to provide the care as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan and other assignments for each resident in assigned group.
11. Must demonstrate ability to function as a cooperative team member with each member of the Nursing Department and other departments.
12. Must have ability to provide related bedside resident care services as per facility policy and procedures.
13. Must display ability to adapt to on the job training and adhere to standards of the facility providing personal care services, assisting residents, caring for equipment and supplies, and developing good understanding of basis of aseptic and sterile techniques.
14. Must be able and willing to function appropriately in a disaster or evacuation of the facility.
15. Must demonstrate ability to follow direction of supervising staff.
16. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:   It is to be understood that the Nursing Assistant works by general, consistent, pre-arranged “Primary” group assignments as the basis of the activity for the shift, but must be able to accept changes and adapt to added assignment as the need arises. Also, each Nursing Assistant must work with each other to assure safe practices for each resident and staff are followed.  

3. Signs in on Unit Assignment Sheet.
4. Reviews any changes on Group Assignment Sheets. Receives report from Licensed Staff assigned to the unit updating Group Assignment Sheet as indicated.
5. Checks residents and makes rounds on assigned group noting significant issues for intervention. Begin planning time to assure all resident’s needs are met throughout the shift.
6. Assist residents as indicated to provide A.M., P.M., and daily care to assure residents are clean, dry, toileted, continent, well-groomed, and cared for in the manner they deserve. Follows restorative plan as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan. Provides for privacy and dignity at all times.
7. Assist residents to meals. Assist residents to toilet prior to meals. Assist resident to wash hands and face, brush teeth, put on glasses, get to dining room and in good position prior to meal.
8. Provides assistance and restorative eating as indicated. For those residents who are the most debilitated, consider their weakness in planning time for the whole group of residents.
9. After meal, assist resident to wash hands and face, return to their room and toilet as needed.
10. Assist in dining areas as assigned. Offers assistance to residents as needed. Offers substitutions for items not eaten well by any resident. Promotes atmosphere conducive to increased nutritional intake for each resident in the dining room.
11. For those residents unable to go to the dining room, assist in service, assisting and supervising meal service as assigned.
12. Assist in transporting used trays to the kitchen following appropriate infection control policies and procedures.
13. Assist residents to plan their time to enable them to be well cared for as well as attend their desired functions during the shift. (i.e., activities, visits with each other and their families, outings, meals, quiet times, etc.)
14. Answers call lights timely assisting with care as indicated. Keeps call lights available for the residents.
15. Encourages and motivates residents to participate in recreational activity of body and mind.
16. Provides and keeps fresh water and fluids available for the residents at all times. Offers fluids at least every 2 hours or each time in the room when appropriate.
17. Timely serves and provides assistance with between meal nourishments as indicated.
18. Follows bath and whirlpool schedules as outlined for each resident. Do nail care, wash hair, shave, etc. to assure personal hygiene practices are always followed.
19. Checks all residents frequently and at least every 2 hours assuring the resident is repositioned, turned, toileted, clean, safe, etc. Provides intervention as needed to provide a safe clean environment.
20. Checks each resident who is being physically restrained releasing the restraint and assisting the resident to toilet at least every 2 hours.
21. Checks all residents daily for condition of skin, reporting findings to Licensed Staff assigned to unit.
22. Assist licensed staff when needed to position residents in need of treatments. Keeps hand rolls and positioning devices in place as needed and as indicated for each resident.
23. Keeps hand rolls and positioning devices in place as needed and as indicated for each resident.
24. Assist residents to bed for naps or night sleep as needed. Provides a quiet restful and safe atmosphere when residents are resting.
25. Takes and records vital parameters as assigned. Assists with weekly and monthly weights as assigned.
26. Cleans and properly arranges all bedroom furniture to include keeping the residents orderly, clean and following infection control guidelines.
27. Assist the residents in keeping closets clean, clothing clean and in good repair, marked with their name, etc.
28. Assist residents to keep bathrooms clean, following infection control and privacy practices.
29. Changes residents bed clothing to assure the bedding is clean, not wrinkled, and promotes good hygiene and care practices.
30. Follows appropriate infection control practices in working with the residents and equipment.
31. Keeps accurate records of intake and outputs and procedures throughout the shift for those residents who require such.
32. Records information on the Nursing Care Records timely.
33. Keeps Licensed Staff informed of pertinent information timely. Writes pertinent information on the Group Assignments Sheet and Communication Books.
34. Provides information accurately and timely for information to be added to the residents Interdisciplinary Care Plan.
35. Cleans ancillary rooms and equipment as assigned. Assist other members of the staff to keep each area of the facility clean, orderly, safe, and a homelike atmosphere for the residents.
36. Assist other staff members as needed throughout the shift. Cooperates with other personnel to be sure residents are of prime importance to all members of the staff.
37. Assist new staff members in orientation as needed throughout the shift.
38. Maintains safe environment at all times, wiping up spills, working with housekeeping staff when available picking up articles as noted, etc.
39. Gives report to Licensed Staff and turn in completed Group Assignment sheet prior to leaving the unit to go off duty.
40. Performs any other tasks as assigned by the Licensed Staff, Director of Nursing, or Assistant Director of Nursing.

JOB LOCATION: Must work throughout the nursing areas of the facility. May require working irregular hours and may be exposed to communicable diseases and/or body fluids, medical preparations, toxic substances, and occasionally ionizing radiation.

Southeast Rehab is seeking a Full Time Licensed Occupational Therapist.   Applicant must be licensed in the State of Mississippi.  For additional information please Contact Southeast Rehab at 601-947-9190.

Job Description Department:               Food and Nutrition Services Reports to:                  Dietitian/Director of Food Services Job Classification:       Department Staff Position Purpose:        Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local   standards, guidelines, and regulations, with established policies and procedures.   Major Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews menus prior to food preparation and prepares the meals. Works with the Dietitian/Director of Food Services as necessary and implements recommended changes as required. Performs other duties, as assigned. Ensures that food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. Performs administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submits to the Dietitian/Director of Food Services.   Assigned Tasks:

• Assist in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure meals are prepared on time.
• Processes diet changes and new diets as received from Nursing Services.
• Prepares meals in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepares and serves meals that are appetizing and palatable in appearance.
• Assist in serving meals, as necessary, on a timely basis.
• Serves meals in accordance with standardized portion control procedures.
• Prepares food in accordance with standardized recipes, therapeutic diets and special diet orders.
• Ensures appropriate utensils and equipment are provided with the resident’s meal tray.
• Prepares bedtime snacks.
• Prepares and serves substitute foods to residents who refused food served.
• Assist/directs daily cleaning duties in accordance to established policies and procedures.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, etc.
• Ensures that stock levels of staple/non-staple food, supplies, equipment are maintained at adequate levels.

  Additional Tasks:

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
• Maintains food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.
• Ensures the department, necessary equipment and supplies are clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.
• Ensures food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
• Recommends equipment and supply needs to the Director of Food Services.

  Personal Skills and Traits Desired / Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors, or personnel.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be knowledgeable of food services practices and procedures.
• Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatability.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Works in a ventilated, well-lit area. Atmosphere is warm for cooking.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.
• Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
• May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in the kitchen/storage areas.