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Laundry Aide (DAY SHIFT) Masonicare Health Center - Wallingford, CT 40 hours weekly/EOW 7:00AM to 3:30PM The Laundry Aide assists with washing and finishing functions of the laundry as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Performs tasks according to daily assignment schedule prepared by supervisor Sort, fold, shake and press items following instructions and prescribed procedures in the clean processing area. 3. Assist in the sorting of soiled linen with the assistance and under direction of the washman or sorter. 4. Finishes clean linen by mangling following established procedures. Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material or questionable matter to supervisor. 6. Communicate effectively and tactfully with residents/patients recognizing their age, needs, abilities and physical condition. 7. Attend meetings as required. Participates in inservice programs. 8. Understands and follows universal precautions and chemicals as they are used in the department. 9. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Less than High School Experience: On Job Training Key Competencies: Ability to read and follow instructions. Heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs). Prolonged and extensive standing/walking. Manual dexterity and mobility. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling & crouching.

RN Behavioral Health Nurse (NIGHT SHIFT) Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital - Wallingford, CT Night Shift / 24hrs/wk / EOW This role will work on a 50 bed Behavioral Health Hospital Unit The Behavioral Health Nurse provides professional nursing care to emotionally disturbed and/or mentally ill patients for Behavioral Health. Works with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist in treatment plans for patients; and to perform related work. Practices Evidence-Based nursing. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assumes the professional responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients including: Medication/Treatment Administration Teaching Supervision of all nursing staff to assure implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan. Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history. Performs ongoing and systematic assessments utilizing the nursing process to establish a comprehensive goal directed interdisciplinary plan. Plans and provides nursing care for patients. Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents/patients, families, colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure that treatment is appropriate to meet the age, needs and abilities of resident/patient and unit needs. Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications. Arranges further medical attention when necessary. Assists the client in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. Tests for vital signs of pain and ensures treatments of pain. Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician's written orders. Maintains patient confidentiality. Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping. Performs administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system. Provides courteous, high quality service to patients and members of the public by personally responding to requests for service or making appropriate referral. Supervises the care provided by CNAs & LPNs assuring adherence to the plan of care, resident profile, policies and procedures. Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge. Attends all annual mandatory programs. Participates in quality improvement activities as directed. Follows standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing. BSN Preferred. Experience: Minimum one year clinical experience, preferably in an acute and/or Behavioral Health capacity. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current RN license in the State of Connecticut, in good standing

Wait Staff Masonicare at Chester Village - Chester, CT Per Diem Weekend Availability Needed Summary of Position- Come join our amazing food service team of dedicated employees with the opportunity to better the lives of seniors in an independent living retirement community. We offer professional growth opportunities with a resident run scholarship foundation as well as tuition reimbursement. We provide consistent hours throughout the year Flexible hours for those who participate in school activities and seasonal sports. Competitive wages based on experience and on the job training for first time jobs Participate and engage in community events and fundraisers. Opportunities to work in multiple dining venues Focus on work and life balance for all employees Minimum Qualifications: Good attitude Strong work e thic Passion for working with seniors The ability to engage, laugh, and help improve the lives of others

RN Hospice Nurse - Weekend Baylor Masonicare Home Health & Hospice - Ledyard, CT area SIGN-ON BONUS IS $10,000.00 Part Time / Work 24hrs/wk / Paid 32hrs/wk Flexible Weekend Scheduling inquire within for options RN / REGISTERED NURSE The trusted healthcare resource chosen by more state residents than any other-is Masonicare Home Health & Hospice, sponsored by Masonicare. We're a not-for-profit healthcare provider dedicated to serving all patients with excellent, affordable, accessible care, and staffed by licensed, experienced nurses, therapists, home health aides, companions and homemakers. Why Masonicare? We offer competitive salaries a comprehensive benefits package, flexible scheduling, and a weekly pay schedule. We utilize a state-of the art electronic medical records system and provide laptop computers. All employees receive a comprehensive orientation and preceptor program. Masonicare Home Health & Hospice, an affiliate of Masonicare, is seeking a dedicated and accomplished RN Hospice Specialty Registered Nurse. The RN Hospice Nurse ensures quality and safe delivery of hospice nursing services to patients in the home or assisted living setting. Our Hospice Nurses work to develop, implement and evaluate the plan of care and make necessary revisions to address all problems in the plan of care. They provide coordination of the plan of care, maintaining continuity of client care with other health professionals while identifying interdisciplinary care needs and making recommendations for additional home health care services. Hospice Nurses supervise the client care rendered by Licensed Practical Nurses and Home Health Aides in the provision of delegated duties and conduct supervisory visits per regulatory guidelines. Hospice Nurses provide education, supervision and counseling to the client and their family regarding home nursing procedures and other care needs as appropriate to client's needs. They assure that the client and their family are involved in the development of the plan of care whenever possible. Masonicare is fully electronic! Our nurses demonstrate timely and accurate computer documentation of patient/job information to facilitate the development of the OASIS data set, orders for service, creation of time sheets and other required patient/employment documents and reports. Hospice Nurses are paid an annual salary and are eligible for weekly productivity bonuses! Complete Job Description is available upon request. Requirements: Current RN License required. Hospice AND/OR Home Care experience IS PREFERRED. NEW GRADS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Hospice LPN Masonicare Home Health & Hospice - Montville, CT area Day Shift / 40hrs/wk The Hospice Palliative Care LPN is responsible for and provides skilled nursing care reflective of the agency's mission to the ill or injured in the home, hospital or extended care facility. The LPN works under the direction of the Nurse Case Manager and/or Clinical Manager. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for coordination of care with community and agency resources and with the designated registered nurse on a regular basis. Provides nursing care as per the established plan of care and documents clinical activities per the agency policy Recognizes and interprets symptoms and institutes remedial measures within the scope/limits of a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of CT and reports significant changes in the patient condition to the primary RN Case Manager/Clinical Manager immediately. Administers medication and treatments as ordered by the physician, with the exception of IV push medication. LPN must pass competency for intravenous/subcutaneous administration of medication via continuous infusion. (LPN may increase or decrease dose, including delivering bolus dose via patient infusion pump, as per instruction and delegation of duty by the Case Mgr. Reinforces appropriate interventions, medications, effects and side effects to patient, caregiver, volunteers and other as appropriate as directed by the RN Case Manager. Implements care to achieve outcomes of comfort, symptom management, safe dying, self-determined life closure and effective grieving for patient and family. Identifies and addresses comfort care needs Maintains the dignity of the dying patient. Supports the patients and family's unique spiritual and cultural beliefs. Provides holistic, family-centered care across treatment settings to improve the quality of life. Consults and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and others involved in the patient's care. Provide care consistent with National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization standards of practice for hospice programs. Observations of adult and geriatric client's condition are accurately reported to the designated registered nurse and documented appropriately. Communicates effectively and tactfully with clients, recognizing their age, cultural diversity, needs, abilities and physical condition. Can be depended upon to report to work on-time, use time off appropriately, and complete annual education & medical requirements. Performs other duties as assigned by Hospice Clinical Manager/designee. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of a NLN accredited school of nursing required. Experience: Experience in home health care or hospice preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: LPN license and Current drivers' license and auto insurance.

Wait Staff Masonicare at Chester Village - Chester, CT Day and Evening Shift - 11 hours per week Weekend Availability Needed Summary of Position- Come join our amazing food service team of dedicated employees with the opportunity to better the lives of seniors in an independent living retirement community. We offer professional growth opportunities with a resident run scholarship foundation as well as tuition reimbursement. We provide consistent hours throughout the year Flexible hours for those who participate in school activities and seasonal sports. Competitive wages based on experience and on the job training for first time jobs Participate and engage in community events and fundraisers. Opportunities to work in multiple dining venues Focus on work and life balance for all employees Minimum Qualifications: Good attitude Strong work e thic Passion for working with seniors The ability to engage, laugh, and help improve the lives of others

Laundry Aide (PER DIEM) Masonicare Health Center - Wallingford, CT Per diem The Laundry Aide assists with washing and finishing functions of the laundry as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Performs tasks according to daily assignment schedule prepared by supervisor Sort, fold, shake and press items following instructions and prescribed procedures in the clean processing area. 3. Assist in the sorting of soiled linen with the assistance and under direction of the washman or sorter. 4. Finishes clean linen by mangling following established procedures. Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material or questionable matter to supervisor. 6. Communicate effectively and tactfully with residents/patients recognizing their age, needs, abilities and physical condition. 7. Attend meetings as required. Participates in inservice programs. 8. Understands and follows universal precautions and chemicals as they are used in the department. 9. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Less than High School Experience: On Job Training Key Competencies: Ability to read and follow instructions. Heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs). Prolonged and extensive standing/walking. Manual dexterity and mobility. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling & crouching.

Cook Masonicare at Mystic - Mystic, CT Day Shift - 16 hours per week The Line Cook prepares food products for residents, staff, and catered functions monitoring quality and presentation. Ensures proper sanitation procedures are followed with regard to storing, preparing, and cooking of food products and the cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas. Utilizes and directs utility staff and assists with inventory, ordering, and receiving of product. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain adherence to posted schedule ensuring to follow proper procedures for requested days off and calling out, and reporting to work at the proper time. Maintain proper time-clock procedures to ensure an accurate account of hours worked. Report to work in proper uniform (laundered and maintained by employee) to ensure a clean and professional appearance. Adhere to all guidelines and procedures for safe food handling, HACCP, and general sanitation. Demonstrates customer service skills, treating all customers, visitors, and co-workers with courtesy and respect.Handles all customer issues professionally and uses all options provided to satisfy customer. Prepares food products for residents, staff and catered events that meet standards for quantity and quality and presentation. Adhere to proper sanitation guidelines. Ensure all work areas and equipment are clean and sanitized and all stored product is labeled, dated, and properly rotated. Assists in inventory, ordering, and receiving of food products as needed. Must interact with residents, coworkers, and supervisors in a professional manner. Utilize and direct utility staff efficiently. Accept critiques and suggestions professionally and use them as a vehicle to improvement. Make recommendations with regard to the menu and new food products. Reports any safety issues, equipment malfunctions and others to supervisors. Ensure proper safe food handling and hand washing procedures are followed, and proper sanitation of trays, work areas and equipment used Attend all mandatory in-services, obligations, and meetings including (but not limited to) HIPPA, Corporate Compliance, AMIS, TB, and The 7 Standards. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED. Completion of Culinary program recommended. Experience: 1-3 years of experience as a cook/chef. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Sanitation certification preferred. Key Competencies: Knowledge of food sanitation requirements and regulations. Knowledge of culinary terms and procedures.

Cook Masonicare at Mystic - Mystic, CT Day Shift - 16 hours per week The Line Cook prepares food products for residents, staff, and catered functions monitoring quality and presentation. Ensures proper sanitation procedures are followed with regard to storing, preparing, and cooking of food products and the cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas. Utilizes and directs utility staff and assists with inventory, ordering, and receiving of product. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain adherence to posted schedule ensuring to follow proper procedures for requested days off and calling out, and reporting to work at the proper time. Maintain proper time-clock procedures to ensure an accurate account of hours worked. Report to work in proper uniform (laundered and maintained by employee) to ensure a clean and professional appearance. Adhere to all guidelines and procedures for safe food handling, HACCP, and general sanitation. Demonstrates customer service skills, treating all customers, visitors, and co-workers with courtesy and respect.Handles all customer issues professionally and uses all options provided to satisfy customer. Prepares food products for residents, staff and catered events that meet standards for quantity and quality and presentation. Adhere to proper sanitation guidelines. Ensure all work areas and equipment are clean and sanitized and all stored product is labeled, dated, and properly rotated. Assists in inventory, ordering, and receiving of food products as needed. Must interact with residents, coworkers, and supervisors in a professional manner. Utilize and direct utility staff efficiently. Accept critiques and suggestions professionally and use them as a vehicle to improvement. Make recommendations with regard to the menu and new food products. Reports any safety issues, equipment malfunctions and others to supervisors. Ensure proper safe food handling and hand washing procedures are followed, and proper sanitation of trays, work areas and equipment used Attend all mandatory in-services, obligations, and meetings including (but not limited to) HIPPA, Corporate Compliance, AMIS, TB, and The 7 Standards. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED. Completion of Culinary program recommended. Experience: 1-3 years of experience as a cook/chef. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Sanitation certification preferred. Key Competencies: Knowledge of food sanitation requirements and regulations. Knowledge of culinary terms and procedures.

HOUSEKEEPER Masonicare at Ashlar Village - Wallingford, CT Day Shift / 40hrs/wk This is a housekeeper position in a senior living community which includes both independent and assisted living. Housekeeper - Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Receive instructions as to area and specific work assignment; assemble necessary cleaning supplies and equipment for transporting to the designated area. Routine duties include, but are not limited to: cleaning of common areas and resident's homes; dusting of furnishings, woodwork, sills, doors, etc; washing of walls and windows, dry mopping and wet mopping of floors; vacuuming of floors and carpets; stripping and remaking of unoccupied beds. Duties involved may require use of stepladders and the operations of mechanical vacuums Detect and report defective equipment, faulty operations or questionable matters to proper supervision.Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition. Maintain surveillance of housekeeping cart when in resident access areas due to potentially dangerous cleaning fluids. Follow prescribed and standard safety and infection control procedures Interacts with adult and older residents in a respectful and reassuring manner in resolution of complaints and/or concerns. Communicates effectively and tactfully with adult and older adult residents/patients, recognizing their age, cultural diversity, need, abilities and physical condition Interacts with staff in a positive and effective manner, performing duties as part of a team. Attend departmental meetings and appropriate inservice education programs. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! High school diploma or GED is required Must be able to read and understand English.