Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
▪ Performing care and personal needs assistance as detailed in the care plan
and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
▪ Observing and reporting immediately to the Registered Nurse or senior any change in a resident's status or behaviour.
▪ Ensuring the safety, privacy and comfort of residents at all times.
▪ Responding to the needs of residents in other units as required.
▪ Documenting care provided to residents objectively and in a timely manner.
▪ Attending and actively participating in village team meetings.
▪ Supporting and assisting new team members during their orientation.
▪ Completing relevant training, certification, and induction as required.
▪ Promoting ongoing development by participating in educational opportunities
and performance review process.
▪ Participate in the teamRyman programme operating at the facility.
▪ Anticipating resident needs and offering a solution before it is required.
* Takes vital signs and records this information on a medical chart.
* Assists with the collection of lab specimens.
* Transports patients to and from operating rooms, laboratories, and examining rooms.
* Assists patients who need help walking or standing.
* Communicates a patient’s needs to nurses and doctors as appropriate.
* Feeds patients, ensuring that any special dietary needs are strictly adhered to
* Aids people in the use of any medical devices and equipment required for their
specific condition.
* Assists individuals with taking medication when needed.
* Lifts patients in order to move them and prevent bedsores.
NZ Class 1 Full Licence