Legacy Oaks of Sacramento Assisted Living and Memory Care

Legacy Oaks of Sacramento Assisted Living and Memory Care, located in Sacramento, CA is seeking a dedicated and passionate Caregiver to provide high-quality care to the residents in our community. 

We offer competitive wages with opportunities to grow! Training available for qualified candidates

Position Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and conveys Community’s philosophy of maintaining elements of self-care and encouraging independence.
• Receives report from the previous shift and medication Technician.
• Completes physical rounds with previous shift including trash, laundry, and full shift report on each resident in the assigned hall/section.
• Reads the Shower Schedule to determine who are their assigned showers for the day.
• Assists with activities of daily living, environmental orientation, and other care.
• Escorts residents to and from the dining room while encouraging residents to find their own way.
• Assist with serving meals and dining room duties as instructed.
• Provides laundry and housekeeping services to residents assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of infection control via proper handling of equipment, soiled linen, bedpans, urinals, and adequate hand washing.
• Documents are given adhering to Community policies and procedures.
• Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors including housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Report all health, safety and sanitation concerns to direct supervisor.
• Observes any changes in resident physical or mental status and communicates to the
  • Executive Director and Health & Wellness Director
• Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons, and other emergency procedures; Follows Community policy and procedures detailed in fire and disaster plans.
• Avoids loss, breakage, and waste of supplies and equipment.
• Relieves front desk, providing constant coverage for call and alarm system, as well as clerical and secretarial support as requested.
• Assures door is always alarmed.
• Assists with resident activity programs as assigned.
• Wears name tag at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned by any member of management.

Employment Requirements:

• Performs resident care with an awareness of dignity and individuality, with understanding and concern.
• Maintains acceptable attendance record; notifies supervisor if late or unable to work in accordance with personnel policies; follows work schedule. Requires minimal supervision. Is a self-starter.
• Organizes and utilizes time appropriately; sets priorities and accomplishes assigned tasks.
• Displays mature behavior and attitude in speech and action; demonstrates consistently pleasant demeanor, tone of voice, supports the philosophy and approach to care used by the Community.
• Keeps residents confidential, respects residents’ rights, respects privacy and right to self-determination of residents.
• Performs unpleasant tasks with grace; works cooperatively with supervisors and displays willingness to assist co-workers.
• Abides by established policies and procedures of facility. Looks for ways to improve facility functioning.
• Work areas neat and clean; helps maintain appearance of Community.
• Can communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing.
• Has the ability to spend long periods on your feet and to ambulate quickly.
• Is accurate, dependable, neat, and thorough in assigned tasks.
• Ability and willingness to learn quickly.

 Other Requirements:

• Tuberculosis (TB) certificate as required by the State.
• First Aid and CPR Certifications as required by the State.
• Criminal Background check cleared.
• Fingerprint clearance as required by the State.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or minimum age as outlined in state regulations.
• Must be able to read, speak and write the English language.
• State Criminal Background Check and LIC 508 Criminal Record Statement
• LIC 503 Health Screening Report

Job Type

• Full Time

Benefits

• A benefit package is offered to full-time employees.

Legacy Oaks of Sacramento Assisted Living and Memory Care is an equal opportunity employer.  All candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check and a comprehensive reference check.