Infirmary Assistant Position Available In Cullman, Alabama

Infirmary Assistant Benedictine Sisters of Cullman, AL 916 Convent Road NE, Cullman, AL 35055 Job summary: The Benedictine Sisters seek a temporary staff person(s) (full- or part-time) to assist in the care of six to seven sisters who reside in the infirmary at Sacred Heart Monastery. This position is anticipated to last four to six weeks, but could potentially be extended. The primary shift needing coverage is 2:00 pm until 10:00 pm, with occasional needs on other shifts. We are open to hiring one temporary full-time person, or two-three temporary part-time staff members to share the position. A full position description with application instructions may be viewed at shmon.org/employment.

Job title:

Infirmary Assistant Reports to:

Health Care Manager or Infirmarian Status:

Will consider either full time or part time. This is a temporary position for at least 4-6 weeks, but could potentially continue beyond this.

Starting pay:

$15.00/hour starting salary

Hours:

Primary shift will be 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Ordinarily, will work Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend shifts. May occasionally be asked to work another shift. Job requirements Health care experience with senior adults strongly preferred Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and assist with patient transfers and in-bed care is necessary Job Responsibilities The key responsibilities are: Assist with personal care of sisters as needed (bathing, dressing, toileting, etc.) Measure and record vital signs, including blood glucose Light housekeeping duties (assigned by shift) for infirmary bedrooms and common areas Assist with mobility when needed (transferring from bed to chair, chair to walker, etc.) Dispense prescribed medications Serve meals to infirmary residents Foster a safe and peaceful environment for the sisters residing in the infirmary Communicate promptly any changes in a sister’s health status to Health Care Manager or monastery leadership Collaborate with Health Care Manager and monastery leadership to ensure the needs of the infirmary residents are met Experience in caring for senior adults is strongly preferred. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and assist with patient transfers and in-bed care is necessary. Licensure or certification is not required. Training will be provided. Starting pay is $15/hour. For more information about this position or the application process, please call (256) 734-4622 and ask to speak with Sister Veronica. Inquiries may also be sent to shmon@shmon.org or through the Indeed.com platform. • Other The Infirmary Assistant is expected to follow all policies, procedures, and expectations as established by the Benedictine Sisters of Cullman, AL, and indicated in the Employee Handbook.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay:

From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Schedule:

8 hour shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person