Visalia Post Acute

General Purpose The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care. Essential Duties Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist. Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements. Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols. Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed. For California PTAs, remain in accordance with the California Laws and Regulations related to Physical Rehabilitation Manual Article 4 § 1398.44. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Communicates routinely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge...

General Purpose The Staff Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. Essential Duties Evaluate residents to determine speech therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies. Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellows (CFY) or students in resident care and resident-related activities, following state practice act. Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and...

General Purpose The Housekeeper plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This position ensures that all areas of the facility are free of obstacles, odors, and debris, contributing to the overall health and comfort of those in our care. Essential Duties Clean and maintain public and common areas including lobbies, restrooms, drinking fountains, and floors. Ensure resident rooms and bathrooms are cleaned and sanitized regularly. Wipe down handrails to keep them free of dust and debris. Remove dirt, dust, and food from walls, mirrors, windows, light fixtures, towel bars, and dispensers. Empty trash cans and replace liners as needed. Sweep and mop floors throughout the facility. Follow safety protocols, including using caution signage and storing chemicals securely. Operate cleaning equipment and use supplies according to manufacturer instructions. Keep housekeeping carts, equipment, and storage areas...

General Purpose The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care. Essential Duties Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist. Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements. Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols. Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed. For California PTAs, remain in accordance with the California Laws and Regulations related to Physical Rehabilitation Manual Article 4 § 1398.44. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Communicates routinely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge...

General Purpose The primary responsibility of the RN Supervisor is to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during your tour of duty. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility and may be required by the Director of Nursing (DON) and/or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) when applicable, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Essential Duties Coordinate and participate in resident care. Manage and administer IVs. Supervise, instruct and assist LVN/LPN Nurses, Treatment Nurses and CNAs in provision of care with prompt response to call signals. Make rounds and provide report. Perform skilled care assessments. Participate in orientation and on-going training of staff. Respond to and monitor care issues and changes in condition. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care,...

Paid feeding assistants provide dining assistance only for residents with no complicated feeding problems. Complicated feeding problems include difficulty swallowing, recurrent lung aspirations and tube or parenteral IV feedings. 2. Residents are assessed for appropriateness for the feeding assistant program by the interdisciplinary team, taking into consideration the most recent assessment and plan of care. 3. Only residents who have been selected by the interdisciplinary team are eligible for feeding assistance by a paid feeding assistant. 4. Paid feeding assistants must successfully complete a state approved training course taught by qualified professionals (as defined by state law) before being permitted to feed residents. 5. Our facility's state approved training program consists of eight (8) hours of training in the following topics: a. Feeding techniques; b. Assistance with feeding and hydration; c. Communication and interpersonal skills; d. Appropriate responses to resident...