Provides care related support including hygiene, nutrition, ambulation, elimination, and safety as directed by Assisted Living Manager per established departmental guidelines and competencies. Documents appropriately in health record following established standards and guidelines of the Assisted Living community. Upon occupancy, obtains and records height, weight, and vital signs and acclimates new community member to the community and apartment. Answers requests promptly and responds to all community members' needs. Completes rounds as appropriate. Takes vital signs and weights accurately and as instructed by Assisted Living Nurse Manager and reports information as directed promptly and accurately. Ensures that proper slings, splints, braces, positions devices, specialty care items, etc. are applied according to therapy recommendations and physician orders. Performs procedures and treatments as instructed by Assisted Living Nurse Manager. Reports any change in condition promptly to Assisted Living Nurse Manager. Maintains appropriate supplies and equipment as needed and alerts Assisted Living Nurse Manager of additional needs. Ensures that charge items are entered according to Assisted Living procedure. Interacts and maintains effective working relationships with other team members. Maintains discretion in handling confidential information. Gives report to Assisted Living Nurse Manager when going off duty and when necessary. May be assigned other duties as appropriate.
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Bethesda Health Group provides healthcare services, likely including recreational therapy and geriatric care, as suggested by the job description.