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Take and record vital signs.
Measure and record height, weight, and fluid intake/output.
Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and importance ofreporting such changes to a supervisor.
Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing,escort service, and other activities of daily living.
Transfer, position, and turn residents.
Provide skin care.
Contribute to the residents assessment and the plan of care.
Provide nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing services.
Care for residents with dementia.
Follow the schedule of residents needs set out by supervisor.
Provide emotional and social support to residents.
Promote and protect resident rights, assist residents to make informeddecisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, protect residentspersonal belongings, report suspected abuse or neglect, avoid the needfor physical restraints in accordance with the current professionalstandards, and support independent expression, choice, anddecision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation.
Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
Respect residents confidentiality.
Familiar with emergency equipment and procedures.
Understand duties during a fire drill and is familiar with evacuationplan.
Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention ofaccidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safeworking practices.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents,visitors, families, and co-workers.
Adhere to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation.
Perform other duties as assigned.