Trinity Health Corporation

The Service Associate performs service and hospitality functions in the resident care environment in order to support the delivery of a resident-focused care program.. delivers nutritional supplements (snacks) to residents as indicated.. St. Peters Health Partners is proud to be partnering with the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) to provide all SPHP colleagues with Universal Access to the entire CDTA route network. The Universal Pass allows SPHP colleagues to ride free of charge with just a swipe of the CDTA Navigator card.. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

per diem

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Are you looking to make a difference and give purpose to an elders life? This is an opportunity to become more than a caregiver, become a part of a family by joining Our Lady of Mercy, where everything you do can change a life for the better

Position Summary:

The Service Associate performs service and hospitality functions in the resident care environment in order to support the delivery of a resident-focused care program. Demonstrates St. Peter's Health Partners Mission and Core Values.

Education Requirements:

* Must be able to read, write and speak English; High School Diploma or equivalent life-experience preferred.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a sincere desire to serve others.

Experience Requirements:

* Experience in service delivery in the health care, business or domestic field is preferred.

Principal Responsibilities:

Performs the following resident care tasks in the assigned unit.

* Helps orient residents and their families to the nursing unit and answers questions regarding the activities of the unit.
* Ensures call light is within reach of the resident.
* Prepares resident for meals, assists in setting residents up for meals, passing trays, delivers and removes resident food trays,
* delivers nutritional supplements (snacks) to residents as indicated.
* Transports residents as requested to activities, appointments, etc.
* Reports to nurse any unusual observations regarding residents' physical or mental status changes.
* Provides emotional support and reassurance to all residents as needed.

Performs unit tasks and activities within the scope of his/her skill level as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

* Checks and assures residents have the necessary personal and room supplies on a daily basis, checks to make sure room
* temperature and lighting is at comfortable levels and supplies fresh water and ice at least once per shift.
* Makes unoccupied beds.
* Answers call lights, relaying messages promptly to the appropriate team member.
* Assists CNAs in organizing resident rooms.
* Helps set up, maintain and disassemble resident care equipment.
* Helps keep residents' care area and unit work areas neat, clean and supplied.
* Transports residents, supplies and equipment as needed.
* Monitors utility room supply and equipment levels on a daily basis; stocks supplies as appropriate.
* Performs errands as directed by the professional nurse.
* Demonstrates dependability and commitment by adhering to work schedules.

Unit/Team Responsibilities:

* Assists nursing and other disciplines as directed to ensure timely and appropriate care to residents.
* Supports an environment of teamwork as directed by the Nurse Manager/Supervisor.
* Attends unit meetings and in-services as appropriate.
* Other duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $15.00- $16.71

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

St. Peters Health Partners is proud to be partnering with the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) to provide all SPHP colleagues with Universal Access to the entire CDTA route network

The Universal Pass allows SPHP colleagues to ride free of charge with just a swipe of the CDTA Navigator card.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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