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Basic Job Responsibilities (~5 Minutes)

For the health and safety of a client, complete all of the tasks assigned to you. 

Basic Job Responsibilities of an LTC Worker

Below are some of the basic job responsibilities you will have as a LTC worker.

  • Understand a client’s care needs and perform your assigned tasks correctly and efficiently as documented in the client’s care plan or negotiated service agreement. 
  • Know how and when a client prefers to have these tasks completed.  Respect and follow the client’s choices.
  • Observe the client for change(s) in health and well-being.
  • Document and report any changes you see using the policies and procedures outlined in this orientation.
  • Respond to emergencies appropriately.
  • Come to work on time, call your supervisor if you can’t make a shift, and dress appropriately. If you do not understand what it means to dress appropriately, ask your supervisor.
  • Complete and keep accurate time sheets.
  • Give two weeks’ written notice if you will be quitting your job.

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