Overview:
ArchCare cares for people of all ages and faiths where they are most comfortable and best able to receive it – at home, in the community and in nursing homes. As the Continuing Care Community of the Archdiocese of New York, we see enhancing the lives of our elders and others who need extra help to stay healthy and live life to its fullest as more than just a job. To us, it’s a privilege and our calling.
ArchCare Senior Life (PACE) is a long-term Medicaid/Medicare plan designed specifically for seniors who need nursing home level care but want to stay at home. With Senior Life, patients have a dedicated Care Team to coordinate everything, so they are able to live comfortably where they are, knowing they’ll get the coordinated care they need. PACE provides and coordinates care at our Wellness Centers, in patient’s homes and in other settings.
Benefits/Perks:
Includes accrued vacation days, sick days, and holidays. Participation in 403 (b) Voluntary Benefits: Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance Discounted membership: Plum BenefitsPay for work-related eligible commuter expenses with pre-tax dollarsPACE Perks:
Opportunity to learn from other disciplines, which enhances your individual clinical practiceTeam supports your efforts, and you get to support them as wellYour work results in most participants being able to live in their own homes and communities, instead of living in a skilled nursing facility – this provides the highest quality of life for patients, as they can continue to participate as members of their community ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:
Provide health related tasks under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse in a way that is consistent with overall participant safety and accepted standards of participant care.
Assist the participant with the use of medical equipment and self-administered medication as prescribed. Assess, record and report participants condition as needed including pulse, temperature, BP, signs of discomfort, etc. Assist with nutritional and fluid intake, documenting and notifying nurses on dietary preferences. Establishing positive rapport with the participants and ensuring confidentiality. Provides supervision, companionship and care to individuals with physical and/or cognitive impairment and assist in socialization and recreational activities. Knowledge of medical instruments and administration of care, common safety hazards and organizational policies regarding patient care. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations and communicate clearly. May perform ambulation and transfer activities under direction.
Job Type: Full-Time
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Approved NY State HHA Training Program or equivalent First Aid Certification requiredEducation:
High School Diploma/GED SalarySalary: $16.36 to $19.55 per hour
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