Careers for Assisted Living Community at Colorado Springs, CO

Work at Melody Living Colorado Springs

Job Description Care Partner II (QMAP)Job Title

Care Partner II Associate/QMAP
Department

Assisted Living

FLSA

Non-Exempt
Benefit Status

Full-Time/Part-Time/PRN
Reports to

Wellness Director

Position Summary
Responsible for meeting the daily personal care needs of the residents in a manner that aligns with Melody Living’s mission and values. Anticipates, identifies, and reports care needs. Supervises medications for residents using established procedures under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Review’s medication administration records (MAR/EMAR) and administers medications to right resident, right dose, right time, right medication, and right route.

Essential Duties

Attends to the personal care needs of residents in a timely manner and provides assistance with ADLs as requested by residents or directed by supervisor.
Provides personal care services to residents such as assistance with bathing, dressing, attendance at meals, laundry, etc. with attention to individual resident needs (i.e., hair is combed, shoes are tied, oral hygiene, etc.)
Anticipates and identifies any resident care needs and reports to supervisor (i.e., hygiene needs, broken eyeglasses, skin rash, lost hearing aids, supply needs, etc.).
Responds to the needs of family members as appropriate.
Maintains open communication with supervisor and/or peers to promote awareness of resident issues.
Monitors the safety and well-being of residents.
Reports suspicion of abuse, neglect or misappropriation of resources as required by regulation.
Reports changes in resident status, health or otherwise, to supervisor.
Monitors and documents resident’s condition as directed.
Assists residents with prescribed daily medication routine as appropriate and in accordance with state law.
Alerts RN/LPN and/or supervisor of any questions or concerns with medication records/supply.
Ensures that proper documentation occurs timely including any refusal of medication and/or treatment.
Restocks medication carts, drawers and/or storage areas with miscellaneous supplies only (i.e. gloves, sanitizer cups, etc.)
Attends, participates, and contributes to monthly staff meetings addressing resident and departmental needs.
Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications & Experience

Medication certification (QMAP)as per Colorado regulations
One (1) year experience in some level of elder care preferred.
Proficient computer skills preferred.
Strong self-management and organization skills
Strong multi-tasking abilities with the ability to handle competing deadlines, flexible and adaptable (open to change).
Ability to effectively handle difficult and sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
Excellent customer service.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Moderate physical activity required by handling objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.
Constant standing, walking, and grasping. Frequent stooping and reaching above shoulder heights, occasional sitting, crawling, kneeling, and squatting.
May have exposure to blood borne pathogens, body excretions and communicable diseases possible.
Possible exposure to household chemicals.
Sits, stands, bends, and moves intermittently during working hours.
May be subject to frequent interruptions.
Interacts with clients, family members and visitors frequently.
Sits, stands, bends, and moves intermittently during working hours.
Is subject to frequent interruptions.
Interacts with families, volunteers, residents, and numerous other staff members.

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Please send resumes to Lisa Czolowski [email protected]