Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) AL/PC - Full-Time - 3pm-11pm (56709)

Job Details

Level: EntryJob Location: Simpson House - Philadelphia, PA 19131Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Evening 3pm-11pmJob Category: Health Care

For more than 150 years, Simpson has met the changing needs and desires of Philadelphia area seniors from diverse backgrounds. A not-for-profit family of services, Simpson House, Simpson Meadows, Jenner’s Pond, Simpson Gardens I & II, and Simpson Midtown, as well as Simpson Home Care. Our loyal and long-term staff is full of caring professionals who truly love what they do.

Simpson provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our employees are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our employees.

Simpson is looking for a Care Associate to join our dynamic and seasoned team. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to showcase your unique skills in the Personal Care industry, get in touch with us to discuss how you can join our team. Take a look at the details below for the position.

Job Responsibilities

Position Summary: A Care Associate is responsible for providing care and support to residents of our assisted living or personal care facility. The specific duties and responsibilities of a Care Associate may vary depending on the facility and the needs of the residents, but generally include:

Essential Duties 

• Assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
•  Helping residents with mobility and transferring, including using assistive devices such as walkers or wheelchairs.
•  Providing medication reminders and assistance with medication administration.
• Assisting with meal preparation and feeding.
• Performing Light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up a room, making beds, laundry, and emergent cleaning if necessary
• Providing companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Monitoring residents' health and reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate staff.
• Assisting with recreational activities and outings.
• Documenting care provided and observations in residents' records.
• Following all facility policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
• Care Associates may work full-time or part-time, and may work in shifts that include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Care Associates are required to complete Medication Administration Certification within the first 4 weeks of employment with Simpson.
• Utilize Relias training online to continually update skills and training each calendar year as required by the regulations.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education or Degree Required:   

• HS Diploma or equivalent (ie: GED) – If applicant attended secondary school outside the US, Diploma must be translated to English language if printed in native language.
• Complete Direct Care Worker Training from Temple University Online before orientation Direct Care Staff Training and Competency Test | (temple.edu)
• Complete Dementia Care Training – completed with in 30 days of hire

 

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:

• CPR Certified
• First Aid Certified
• AED Certified (Preferred)
• Medication Adm