Health care aide -Day shift -Temporary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse and supervision by the Resident Care Manager, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides direct personal and nursing care for assigned residents in accordance with the policies and work routines of Devonshire care Center.

Assists in providing restorative care for residents; assists with ambulation, feeding, bathing, and grooming.

Assists in the nursing process by observing and reporting changes in the residents’ physical and emotional condition.

Knows and understands the guidelines of care of assigned residents as outlined in the resident care plans and provides consistent, quality care as outlined in the care plan.

Assists with meal service and nourishment delivery to residents and provides feeding assistance as required and reports and records any changes to appetite and/or hydration.

Assists with the maintenance of records reflecting each residents’ condition, care, and specific treatments.