Day Shift-Medtech/CNA/Caregiver in Coeur d Alene, Idaho at CDAH Management

For more than 100 years, Orchard Ridge Assisted Living has cared for seniors. We are a nonprofit and one of only a few assisted living's that have been awarded the Gold Excellence of Care by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare! Team members work cooperatively together to ensure all resident needs are met.

Benefits available to the MedTech/Caregiver:

• Health Insurance – employer pays 75% (eligible after 30 days)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Telemedicine
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance ($10,000 employer paid)
• PTO starts accruing from day 1 and is available to use after 90 days of employment
• Scholarship opportunities
• 401k with employer matching funds up to 3% of gross

CURRENT OPENING: Full Time - Sunday-Thursday 6am-2pm

More shifts to pick up if needed/wanted

Additional $2 per hour shift differential for weekend hours

Pay: $20.50 to $22.00/hr depending on experience, education and shift

Weekend differential pay offered at $2/hour

NOC shift differential pay offered at $2/hour

Work Environment:

Orchard Ridge operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; operational needs of the facility may require you to be available to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the residents. Various schedules and shifts are available. We strive for flexibility with scheduling.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Medication Certification accepted by Idaho State

• CNA certification or equivalent experience preferred, not required

• CPR and First Aid certification (must have or be able to obtain upon hire)

• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations

• Effective communication with residents, families, and staff

• Computer literacy; experience with ECP or similar systems preferred

• Ability to pass criminal and drug background checks per regulations and company policy

• Experience in Assisted Living, LTC, Home Health, or similar setting preferred

• Ability to work respectfully with older adults and memory care residents

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Medication Assistance:

• Provides medication assistance per Idaho regulations, following the rights of medication assistance

• Maintains minimal medication error rate and adheres to facility policy

Resident Care:

• Assists with ADLs including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, etc.

• Obtains and records vital signs; reports abnormalities to the licensed nurse

• Observes and reports changes in condition, behavior, or status

COMMUNICATION & TEAMWORK:

• Communicates resident needs and concerns to the licensed nurse and follows direction provided

• Works collaboratively with team members to meet resident needs

• Follows chain of command for concerns or questions

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE:

• Adheres to all facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

• Maintains resident rights at all times

• Follows infection control practices and proper PPE use

• Responds to emergency call systems and assists in emergencies

• Reports suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or unsafe conditions immediately

• Maintains HIPAA compliance and confidentiality

DOCUMENTATION & OPERATIONS:

• Completes accurate and timely documentation

• Maintains clean and organized work areas

• Reorders medications per facility/pharmacy protocols

• Supports resident engagement and activities

DELEGATED TASKS:

• Performs delegated tasks (e.g., blood glucose monitoring) only as directed by a licensed nurse and within competency

WORK EXPECTATIONS:

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance; follows call-off procedures

• Demonstrates flexibility with changing resident acuity

• Maintains professional boundaries with residents, families, and staff

• Performs other duties as assigned within role scope

SCOPE OF POSITION:

• Functions as Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP)

• Does not perform nursing assessments or clinical judgment

• Accepts only delegated tasks for which competency has been demonstrated

• Seeks nurse direction for changes in condition or uncertainty

TRAINING & EDUCATION:

• Attends required in-services and continuing education

• Maintains current certifications

• Completes minimum of 8 CEU hours annually per Idaho requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Facility-based position; no travel required

• Scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays as needed

PHYSICAL / SENSORY REQUIREMENTS (with or without mechanical assistance):

• Medium work: exert 20–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, up to 10 lbs constantly

• Safely assists with transfers using proper body mechanics and mechanical lifts

• Responds quickly to resident needs and emergencies

• Prolonged standing/walking; occasional sitting

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, reaching

• Occasional twisting and kneeling

• Adequate vision, hearing, and sensory awareness

• Push/pull equipment (wheelchairs, beds, med carts)

• Tolerates exposure to healthcare environment (bodily fluids, chemicals) with PPE