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Caregiver - AL - PT - CNA or CHHA Certification in NJ Required
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$41,471 / year median in New Jersey
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Job DescriptionProvide assistance as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
Follow the schedule of resident's needs set out by supervisor.
Provide emotional and social support to residents.
Document daily log of assistance.
Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
Respect residents' confidentiality.
Pay Rate:
$20/hour.QualificationsYou have at least one year of experience working in senior care.
Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations.
You must have a CNA or CHHA license.
You have basic computer skills. You are compassionate, professional, kind, engaging, empathetic and helpful.
You have the ability to work as a part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and efficiently.
You possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
You have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in high stress situations.
You can maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward the residents and your co-workers.
Additional InformationSenior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of