Job Description

Senior Carer

We are seeking a Senior Carer to join our care team at Ermington House Care Home.

Reports / Responsible to: Registered Manager

Basic Skill Requirements

Minimum of NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care, or working towards Experience of Senior Care Understanding of the Key Line of Enquiries Knowledge and understanding of emergency procedures Administration skills, including computer literacy

Personal Attributes

Listening and responsive skills Excellent communication skills Positive attitude to problem solving and recognise when to refer to Home Manager Organised, systematic and pro-active Ability to manage by example Ability to delegate and provide clear instructions Remain calm and professional under pressure Flexible and approachable Observant

Responsibilities

Ensure all care plans are reviewed accurately to reflect the service users changing needs Maintain regular contact with relatives and other health professionals Take responsibility for allocations and the smooth running of the shift Ensure accountability and completion of Team Leading tasks Review and request prescriptions Identify and refer to health professional when appropriate Order, sign in and sign out drugs as per medication policy Administration of medication, and check/re-check for missing signatures Take accountability for the delivering, administering, and signing of all prescribed medications Ensure you are familiar and carry out emergency procedures in a prompt manner Ensure regular observations are completed on the care floor to ensure the staff team work effectively Check flag status of all service users on a regular basis, following up any outstanding tasks with the appropriate team member

Monthly Duties

Review care plans and complete individual senior tasks Carry out care staff supervisions as requested

Day to Day Duties

Receive handover and deploy staff accordingly Delegate tasks to team accordingly to competence/training Tour house and observe/communicate with each service user Monitor personal care requirements and presentation of service users Supervise serving of meals and monitor dietary and hydration requirements Check diary for days events Ensure telephone is answered in a timely manner Undertake the administration of medicines Work as part of a multidisciplinary team communicating with other professionals to ensure service users needs are met i.e. GP, DN etc Show perspective service users and families around the home when required Respond to visitors requests and demands, offering the appropriate hospitality Monitor unacceptable practices Respond to staff feedback and problem areas Monitor daily reports by care staff and take appropriate action where required Monitor cleaning standards and odour control Review/amend care plans and update risk assessments Ensure communication books are updates and handover to next shift
*Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and any other reasonable duties may be requested. This job description will be subject to continuing review and development.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.71 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person