2023 Personal Care Worker - TAFE Students Preferred null

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Plan and participate in the delivery of resident care ensuring the provision of quality care in accordance with legislation, best practice and the aged care standards.
• Maintain accurate resident records utilising knowledge of SAAS policies and procedures, the ageing process and best practice guidelines.
• Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation of resident care plans.
• Maintain accurate assessments and records to maximise resident funding.
• Be responsible for overall hygiene and comfort of each individual.
• Monitor and report appropriately to registered nurse division 1 regarding residents condition.
• Provide nursing care that considers the individual resident’s specific needs, privacy, confidentiality and dignity.
• Record resident use of stock items accurately and report purchasing requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and provide relevant information at staff handovers.
• Maintain tidy resident rooms.
• Assist as required, with the delivery to residents or rooms of breakfast and other meals if required.
• Assist as required with the collection, laundering and putting away of residents personal clothing and kitchen / dining room linen as necessary.
• Assist in cleaning of all utensils and equipment, which relate to resident care.
• Assist in maintenance of hygienic and safe environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Maintain a clean tidy work area.
• Efficiently use, maintain and take proper care of resident and facility equipment.
• Report maintenance requirements promptly.
• Report all incidents appropriately.
• Maintain harmonious relationships with other staff.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of resident, staff and facility information.
• Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures of SAAS.
• Maintain current knowledge and skills to implement and maintain Samarinda’s systems, processes, policies and procedures.
• Participate in development, revision and implementation of policies and procedures related to the provision of personal care.
• Participate in and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Participate in audits as required.
• Maintain skills competency as required.
• Contribute to the orientation of new staff to the Facility.
• Lead, work with and mentor students when requested.
• Other duties as required.