Minimum Eligibility RequirementsLicensed CNA, Home Health Aide, Personal Care Home Maker, or related experienceAbility to read and write EnglishMust be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, community officials, state officials, and general public.Must have compassion for and desire to work with elderlyMust meet all state health requirementsAbility to perform all duties and responsibilities under essential job functions Essential Functions Document resident activity on approved forms in a manner that is legible and understandableProvide resident care including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing bed linens, positioning, transferring, and incontinence care while using appropriate techniquesObserve any changes in resident condition, take action to ensure safety of resident and report to supervisorMake rounds as directed to check on resident statusRespond to call lights in a timely mannerVital sign monitoring will be performed as needed by personnel with current training to do soAssist with dining service and activity program as directedUnderstand and follow safety and infection control policies and proceduresUnderstand and follow resident care plan and document accordinglyHear, understand, and respond to resident communicationReport incidents and completes appropriate paperworkCollect, wash, and care for laundry & linens in accordance with The Orchard policy.Help to properly maintain all equipment, and general facility maintenance & cleanlinessEnsure work areas are clean and safe, ensure policies covering infection control, health and safety, etc. are strictly followedEnsure compliance and understanding of all regulations and resident rightsAttend all required in-service trainingsPromotes and encourages residents to participate in activitiesAnswers phone appropriatelyMeets customer service standards in a friendly, helpful, courteous manner with resident satisfaction a priorityAbility to distinguish and prioritize duties - resident needs (both emotion & physical) v/s task at handThe job description provides a framework for the job, other duties may be assigned as necessary