Job Title:                             Shift Supervisor

Department:                      Nursing Department

Reports To:                         Director of Nursing

FLSA Status:                       Non-exempt

SUMMARY

The Shift Supervisor will plan and organize the nursing care for Elders of Brethren Retirement Community.  He/She will directly supervise the licensed nursing Care Partners, Resident Assistants and STNAs.  The major functions of this job are: to provide leadership within the department to meet program goals and objectives; to provide leadership in a smooth transition of elders moving in and out of the facility and to maintain and respect all laws, rules and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
*Note: Other duties may be assigned

·         Supervise and mentor licensed nursing Care Partners and unlicensed Care Partners in quality Elder services.

·         Direct day-to-day operations of the neighborhood. This includes reviewing the care provided to Elders for a 24-hour period.

·         Provide leadership and support for the resident-centered care model.

·         Assure quality of care by performing audits on issues such as, but not limited to: skin, falls, restraints, care plans, and infection control. 

·         Utilize reports in PCC or other electronic medical record software.  Teach and monitor licensed nurses in the use of the software.

·         Make regular rounds to visit acutely/terminally ill Elders and newly admitted or transferred Elders and assisting the Charge Nurses in assessing Elder needs.

·         Support the licensed nursing Care Partners to meet Elder needs which may include but are not limited to emergency situations, admission and discharge of Elders and daily care.

·         Assist in the admission/placement/transfer of Elders to the proper level of care.

·         Resolve problem situations referred to him/her by the Charge Nurse after their attempts at resolution have proven futile.

·         Serve as a liaison/multi-disciplinary team member between Care Partners, administration, Elders, family, physicians, and other community members to maintain good rapport and public relations.

·         Actively participate in the Nurse Manager on call rotation.

·         Assist with other duties as necessary for smooth operation.

·         Complete audits as assigned.

·         Maintain a qualified, efficient Nursing Staff:

o   Make daily contact with Care Partners on the neighborhoods, observing techniques and services rendered by Care Partners to ensure adherence to quality guidelines.

o   Assist with the orientation of new Nursing Care Partners and providing recommendations regarding educational needs of current Care Partners.

o   Coach, teach and counsel the nursing Care Partners.

o   Review and make recommendations for revision and updating of policies and procedures.

o   Participate in the assessment and identification of Care Partner needs, recruitment, hiring and the scheduling of hours within budgetary constraints.

o   Evaluate job performance of nursing Care Partners.

·         Enhance professional and personal growth and development by:

o   Attended educational programs, in-services and scheduled meetings.

o   Pursue advanced practice certification, college courses, etc.

o   Direct and control assigned operations and information to maintain sound privacy and security practices and prevent privacy or security breaches. If a breach occurs, take corrective action.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervise the licensed nursing Care Partners and the nursing assistants.  He/She performs supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include training Care Partners, planning, assigning and directly work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining Care Partners; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/r ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Licensed in State of Ohio as a Licensed Nurse.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and one-year experience as competent nurse practitioner in supervisory management capacity.  Ability to manage basic skills inherent in operating the computers.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Possess the ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.  Ability to respond to common inquires or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of business community.  Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.  Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  May be exposed to human body fluids and infections.

PRIVACY UNDERSTANDING
It is the position of Brethren Retirement Community that all of its employees have the potential to encounter both written and oral information of a private nature.  It is understood that as an employee the highest standards of discretion must be observed.  Under no circumstances will resident information be shared with any other person except for authorized person providing for the care of the individual(s).

Employee completed annual compliance training & exhibits behavior as set forth by the code of conduct in the performance of their duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Note: Other duties may be assigned

·         Direct daily operations of the neighborhood, including reviewing 24-hour care provided to elders.

·         Provide leadership and support for the resident-centered care model.

·         Ensure quality of care by auditing skin issues, falls, restraints, care plans, infection control, and more. Maintain reports and present findings to the Quality Assurance Process Improvement Committee.

·         Utilize reports in PCC or other electronic medical record systems; teach and monitor licensed nurses in software use.

·         Make regular rounds to visit acutely or terminally ill residents, newly admitted or transferred residents, and assist Charge Nurses in assessing resident needs.

·          Assist with Assisted Living Waiver programs, including all reviews.

·         Initiate, direct, and supervise staff in delivering Restorative Nursing Programs.

·         Support licensed nursing staff in meeting resident needs, including emergencies, admissions, discharges, and daily care.

·         Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, standards of practice, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control, and regulatory requirements.

·         Maintain knowledge of Ohio Department of Health laws and regulations; serve as a key contact during ODH surveys.

·         Assist with admission, placement, and transfer of residents to appropriate care levels.

·         Resolve problems referred by Charge Nurses when unresolved at lower levels.

·         Serve as liaison and multidisciplinary team member among staff, administration, residents, families, physicians, and community members to maintain good rapport and public relations.

·         Participate in various committees as assigned.

·         Assist with Medicare A determinations and other insurance coverage.

·         Recommend purchase of special supplies or equipment within budget constraints.

·         Actively participate in Nurse Manager on-call rotation.

·         Assist with other duties as necessary for smooth operations.

·         Maintain a qualified and efficient Nursing Staff by:

o    Making daily contact with floor staff, observing techniques and services to ensure quality adherence.

o    Coordinating orientation of new nursing staff and recommending educational needs for current staff.

o    Coaching, teaching, mentoring, and counseling nursing staff.

o    Reviewing and recommending revisions of policies and procedures.

o    Participating in staffing assessments, recruitment, hiring, and scheduling within budget constraints.

o    Evaluating nursing staff performance.

o    Engaging in long-range planning, projects, and committees to improve resident care and ensure regulatory compliance.

·         Enhance professional and personal growth by:

o    Attending educational programs, in-services, and meetings.

o    Preparing and presenting in-services and educational programs to staff.

o    Pursuing advanced certifications or college courses.

o    Overseeing assigned operations to maintain privacy and security practices and taking corrective action if breaches occur.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises Nursing Staff. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning work, performance appraisal, rewarding and disciplining employees, and addressing complaints and resolving problems according to organizational policies and laws.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfy all essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Licensed nurse in the State of Ohio.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and at least one year experience as a competent nurse practitioner in a supervisory management role. Basic computer skills required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or business community members. Ability to write speeches and articles in prescribed style. Able to effectively present information to management, public groups, and boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Basic algebra and geometry concepts apply.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and manage concrete variables where limited standards exist. Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Regularly required to talk or hear. Frequently required to sit. Occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel or crouch. Occasionally lifts/moves up to 25 pounds. Requires close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Noise level is usually moderate. May be exposed to human body fluids and infections. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

ADA COMPLIANCE
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity and access for all applicants. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

PRIVACY UNDERSTANDING
Employees may encounter written and oral information of a private nature. The highest standards of discretion are required. Resident information must not be shared except with authorized persons involved in the resident’s care. Employees must complete annual compliance training and adhere to the code of conduct in their duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES including the following:
*Note: Other duties may be assigned

·         Construct, repair and maintain wooden structures of the building using hand and power tools as needed.

·         Maintain, repair and install electrical systems and equipment as directed.

·         Install, repair and replace pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas and drainage systems as directed.  Check to insure all ventilation systems are working properly and that all required fire dampers are in place.

·         Perform masonry work – concrete work inside and outside, plastering/dry wall and other related assignments.

·         Apply paint, varnish, stain and other furnishes and wallpapers to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces and equipment as assigned.

·         Maintain and repair refrigeration, cooling, air conditioning systems and equipment as directed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).  Three or more years previous experience in general maintenance work desired.  Ability to analyze and determine cause of system malfunctions and make necessary repairs desired.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel reach within hands and arms; talk or hear; and smell.  The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and climb or balance.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally help lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/r humid conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes and airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, but may occasionally be exposed to loud noises.

PRIVACY UNDERSTANDING

It is the position of Brethren Retirement Community that all of its employees have the potential to encounter both written and oral information of a private nature.  It is understood that as an employee the highest standards of discretion must be observed.  Under no circumstances will resident information be shared with any other person except for an authorized person providing for the care of the individual(s).

Employee completes annual compliance training & exhibits behavior as set forth by the code of conduct in the performance of their duties

To supervise the department employees throughout the workday, give guidance and direction as needed and facilitate the service to all residents, guests and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
*Note: Other duties may be assigned

       *  Coordinate food production with the Production Associates to assure that the food quality and service standard is being followed.

       * Supervise during meals, helping service staff and aiding with resident and nursing concerns.

      *   Maintain work schedule of all employees on a daily basis.

      *   Ensure that the planned menu is followed or that an appropriate communication is given for substitutions.

      *   Ensure that the resident menu selections, food preferences and other important menu criteria are adhered to at all meals.

        * Assures established dietary standards are maintained and call ins personnel replacements and/or adjusts task assignments to assure maximum operating efficiency and strength.

        * Maintains work schedules and trains or makes arrangements for required staff training.

       *  Direct and control assigned operations and information to maintain sound privacy and security practices and prevent privacy or security breaches.  If a breach occurs, take corrective action.

       * Conduct weekly team meetings, monthly in-services, and training sessions with hourly Dining Services staff.

       *  Ensure sanitation checklist is completed on a daily basis and approved weekly.

        * Responsible for cleanliness of department in all areas.

        *  Ensure adherence to specific task list as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
 - Directly supervises General Kitchen Workers in the Dining Services Department.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include: training employees, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
One year certificate from college or technical school; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Serve Safe Certification required within 3 months of employment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee frequently is required to stand.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts, extreme cold; or extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally may be exposed to loud noise.

PRIVACY UNDERSTANDING
It is the position of Brethren Retirement Community that all of its employees have the potential to encounter both written and oral information of a private nature.  It is understood that as an employee the highest standards of discretion must be observed.  Under no circumstances will resident information be shared with any other person except for authorized person providing for the care of the individual(s).

Employee completed annual compliance training & exhibits behavior as set forth by the code of conduct in the performance of their duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following; other duties may be assigned:

·         Maintain assigned areas in a clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly condition. Tasks include but are not limited to: dusting, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, waxing, buffing, extracting, shampooing, polishing, disinfecting, deodorizing, and removing trash.

·         Conduct regular inspections of resident rooms and equipment to ensure cleanliness and safety; report concerns or hazards to the Housekeeping Supervisor or Director of Environmental Services.

·         Identify and report maintenance needs such as burnt-out lightbulbs, malfunctioning call lights, or equipment issues.

·         Coordinate housekeeping tasks with other departments to minimize disruption to residents’ schedules and routines. Participate in resident care planning when requested.

·         Monitor supply levels in utility and janitorial closets; ensure equipment and service areas are kept clean and organized. Assist in lifting or moving heavy items when needed.

·         Communicate professionally with coworkers, residents, families, and other departments.

·         Attend and participate in staff meetings, department in-services, and on-the-job training as directed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Previous housekeeping experience is preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and understand safety rules, equipment instructions, and standard operating procedures. Able to write simple reports and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute simple ratios and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions. Capable of responding to changing situations and adapting routines as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements of this role include frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally with assistance. Repetitive motions and twisting are common. Visual and sensory demands include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role may involve exposure to fumes, cleaning chemicals, airborne particles, wet or humid conditions, and outdoor weather. The noise level is typically moderate but may occasionally be loud. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.

ADA COMPLIANCE
Brethren Retirement Community is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity and access for all applicants. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

PRIVACY UNDERSTANDING
All employees may have access to confidential information and are expected to maintain strict privacy. Resident information must not be shared with anyone except authorized personnel directly involved in their care.

All employees must complete annual compliance training and uphold the organization’s Code of Conduct in all duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned.

·         Conduct safety checks before vehicle use and promptly report issues to the Director of Risk Management and Director of Maintenance

·         Transport ambulatory residents to medical appointments, providing assistance and care as needed at hospitals and doctors’ offices

·         Assist Social Service and Nursing staff in arranging transportation for non-ambulatory residents to ensure timely appointments

·         Maintain an organized calendar of transportation appointments to ensure efficiency and prevent missed trips

·         Retrieve medical supplies from Wayne Healthcare for the Nursing Department and deliver lab work and paperwork to Wayne Healthcare

·         Transport residents’ dentures, eyeglasses, hearing aids, and other appliances for repair

·         Participate in Brethren Retirement Community in-services and community workshops to stay informed on transportation, long-term care, and gerontology topics

·         Perform additional duties assigned by the Director to support department function and improve resident care, such as assisting with hospital admissions

·         Ensure residents arrive on time for appointments, assisting staff from neighborhoods unable to escort residents to pickup locations

·         Exercise patience and empathy when assisting frail or emotionally distressed residents coping with illness and disability

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED required. Experience working with elderly populations in long-term care is preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Effective verbal communication skills with residents, staff, and groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, tens, and hundreds. Capable of applying these operations to money, weight, volume, and distance measurements.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed but routine written or oral instructions. Ability to handle problems involving a limited number of variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Ohio driver’s license with excellent driving record. Completion of Defensive Driving Course required. STNA, First Aid, and CPR certifications are mandatory.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands outlined are representative of those required to perform the job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Regular use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; talking and hearing. Frequent standing, walking, and sitting. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work environment characteristics represent those encountered while performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Noise level is usually moderate. Potential exposure to infection exists if Universal Precaution Measures are not followed.

ADA COMPLIANCE
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity and access for all applicants. If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

PRIVACY UNDERSTANDING
Employees may encounter confidential written and oral resident information. The highest standards of discretion are required. Resident information may only be shared with authorized persons responsible for the care of the individual(s).

Employees must complete annual compliance training and demonstrate behavior consistent with the Brethren Retirement Community Code of Conduct.

SUMMARY: Enhance the quality of life of residents through the provisions of hands on care giving that meets physical, psycho-social and spiritual needs in accordance with the mission and established practices of Brethren Retirement Community..

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: (*Other duties may be assigned)
 Provides quality care to residents assigned to him/her by:
 Performing and or a assisting resident with his/her activities of daily living as required in the plan of care and working with him/her to reach and maintain his/her optimal level of functioning.
 Delivering and documenting Restorative Nursing Programs. Maintaining residents rights and confidentiality of resident information.
 Following established procedures in a manner that meets outlined standards of quality assurance, environmental safety, and infection control in compliance with local, State, and Federal requirements.
 Using proper equipment and supplies in a cost effective manner.
 Reporting resident needs, concerns, and condition changes to the Charge Nurse.
 Organizing and prioritizing assigned duties so as to complete work on a timely basis yet consider residents preferences.
 Documenting services provided timely and correctly.
 Utilize problem solving techniques within the scope of the job description and seek or refer to other staff if need other solutions outside your authority.
 Promote good employee, interdepartmental and public relations by:
 Cooperating with other staff members as a multi-disciplinary team to achieve the Mission Statement of Brethren Retirement Community. Maintaining a clean, orderly, and pleasant environment.
 Deal tactfully and courteously with residents, family members, visitors, and general public.
 Conversing with residents, resident family, and members of team to determine needs of resident.
 Enhance professional and personal growth and development through attendance at educational programs, in-services and scheduled meetings by: 
 -Developing interpersonal skills through training 
 -Participating in in-service offerings.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of an eighth grade education; sixteen years of age.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While- performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to sit, and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Summary
The General Kitchen Worker is responsible for preparing, portioning, and serving food to residents, staff, and guests, and for ensuring the cleanliness and readiness of dining areas and kitchen spaces. This position plays a vital role in maintaining high standards of food service and sanitation.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Less than a high school education is acceptable. Previous food service experience is helpful but not required.

Language Skills
Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short memos, and routine correspondence. Ability to write simple notes or messages.

Mathematical Skills
Basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using American currency and standard measurements of weight, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense and follow simple one- or two-step instructions. Able to respond appropriately to standardized situations with limited variation.

Physical Demands
This position requires regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity. Must be able to use hands, talk, hear, taste, and smell. Frequent reaching and occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, or crouching are required. Regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Visual demands include close and distance vision, color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Work Environment
The work environment may include exposure to extreme temperatures, wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and moderate to loud noise. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.

ADA Compliance
Brethren Retirement Community is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity and access for all applicants. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

Privacy Understanding
All employees may be exposed to confidential resident information and are expected to maintain the highest level of discretion. Information must only be shared with authorized individuals involved in resident care.
All employees are required to complete annual compliance training and uphold the Code of Conduct in the performance of their duties.

SUMMARY: Serves as an assistant to residents to enhance the quality of life and assist in maintaining independence in an Assisted living environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (*Other duties may be assigned}
Promote Residents independence and offer supportive services as needed and/or desired.
Directing or assisting Residents with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, grooming, and incontinent care as permitted by the facility's directives.
Being alert to changes in Residents and reporting such changes to the charge Nurse. Monitoring specific Residents per directive of the Charge Nurse.
Responding to emergency situations.
Communicating information to Residents regarding appointments, meals etc.
Maintain and update service card weekly and as needed when pertinent changed occur. Participate in Level of Service (LOS) meetings.
Assist as directed in transferring a Resident to a health care area.
Assist Residents as needed in maintaining a clean, safe and home-like environment. Ability to perform blood glucose monitoring, initiate first aid and take vital signs.
Assist Dining Services with meals in ancillary dining rooms.
Direct Resident, family or concerned significant others to the Charge Nurse when concerns are expressed regarding quality of living arraignments at BRC.
Department related filing, thinning charts as directed, computer entry, faxing, copying and telephone answering skills.
Assist appropriate Resident with medication oversight as directed by the Charge Nurse. Record pertinent information as directed by the Charge Nurse.
Initiate and conduct socializing activities within the Oakview  4 neighborhood as determined by the activity calendar and spontaneous need.
Inform, encourage, and assist Residents to activities within the Community. Records supply needs and assists in putting away supplies.
Thin charts as directed.
Assists with other duties as necessary for the smooth operation of the Department and Community.
Assist a new Resident in adjusting to the Home by: Greeting the Resident upon admission.
Explaining policies and procedures of BRC.
Showing the Resident the location of various departments, post office, bank, dining room, etc. when requested.
Making sure the Resident is instructed in the use of the call light and if applicable, instruct the Resident on the use of the in-house phone during an emergency.
Meet the psychologic needs of Residents by:
Maintaining the Residents dignity, providing privacy and confidentiality.
Giving gentle and sincere attention to the Residents desires and service needs. Enhance professional and personal growth and development by:
  Attendance at educational programs, in services and scheduled meeting. Successful completion of at least 8 hours of continuing education annually including 4 hours of dementia education:
Participate in Team projects as approved by the Charge Nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Previous personal care training and current first aid training desired. Basic computer and e-mail skills to enable communication and assistance with printing forms when needed. Must be at least 16 years of age.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell. The employee must frequently lift  and/or move up  to  20 pounds and occasionally help lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May be exposed to human body fluids and infections.

Ensure the maintenance of high quality and safe resident services in an Assisted Living environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
*Other duties may be assigned.

·         Maintaining established policies and procedures, standards of practice and Residents Rights, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control and other regulatory requirements.

·         Assess and evaluate Residents abilities and needs as necessary.

·         Coaching and teaching Residents and family members as needed.

·         Assigning, directing and supervising Resident Assistants in quality Resident Services

·         Administering medications and treatments to Residents as directed by their physician.

·         Taking physicians orders, episodic charting and maintaining accurate Resident medical records.

·         Assisting in making level of service determinations.

·         Arranging for adequate supplies and properly functioning equipment.

·         Responding to emergency situations.

·         Meet the psychological needs of Residents by maintaining the Residents dignity, providing privacy and confidentiality and giving gentle and sincere attention to the Residents desires and service needs.

·         Assisting with other duties as necessary for the smooth operation of the Community.

·         Maintain a qualified, efficient staff.

·         Participate in planning and projects/teams as necessary.

·         Enhance professional and personal growth and development.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises employees while on duty.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
One year certificate from college or technical school. Completion of advanced teaching in insertion of gastric tubes, completion of a certified course in IV and blood drawing, knowledge of skills necessary in the assisted living setting, and knowledge of Residential Care Facility regulations desired.  Good interpersonal relationship skills and previous experience working with elders desired.  Computer skills are a must.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, document notes/medical records, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw or interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concreate variables in situations where only a limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Licensed by the State of Ohio Board of Nursing.  Completion of required hours of pharmacy and additional pharmacy training qualifying to pass medications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; required to sit and smell.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally help lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  May be exposed to human body fluids and infections.

PRIVACY UNDERSTANDING
It is the position of Brethren Retirement Community that all of its employees have the potential to encounter both written and oral information of a private nature.  It is understood that as an employee the highest standards of discretion must be observed.  Under no circumstances will resident information be shared with any other person except for authorized person providing for the care of the individual(s).

Employee completed annual compliance training & exhibits behavior as set forth by the code of conduct in the performance of their duties.