The Gardens of Amarillo

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up and administers medications as ordered by a physician and under the supervision of the

delegating nurse.

• Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s).

• Takes and records at predetermined intervals vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration,

weight, and blood pressure, measures intake. Collects sputum, urine, and stool, discharge drainage

and other specimens as ordered.

• Completes incident reports for any incidents occurred on assigned shift. Supports resident care

plan.

• Facilitates and/or participates in resident group activities and resident care conferences.

• Engages residents in meaningful conversation and activities related to their individual interests.

• Maintains professional approach to responsibilities (uniform, start times, absenteeism,

confidentiality, communication with residents, family members, other staff members and vendors,

and daily work responsibilities).

• Supports new resident welcome and assimilation process.

• Monitors residents for changes in condition and reports changes to delegating nurse.

• Assists with resident room, bathroom, and common area cleanliness, and other housekeeping

duties as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.