www.ohca.com SPRING/SUMMER 2023 The Oregon Caregiver 9 FEATURE Morning Hoscheid starts her day at 9 a.m., greeting residents as she makes her way to her office to answer pressing emails and prep for the morning meeting. At this meeting, she and her staff discuss daily events; duties for housekeeping, maintenance, and dietary staff; the health status of the residents; any behavioral issues from the previous day; and compliments and complaints her building has received. Afternoon Throughout the day, Hoscheid works on projects and attends meetings, making sure she meets deadlines and addresses any concerns from residents and families in a timely manner. During the afternoon, she conducts resident and staff interviews. As part of the assessment requirements, she interviews each resident on a quarterly basis to complete their care plan reviews. “I like to take time to talk with multiple staff members about residents to get a fuller picture of how they are doing and what issues they may be having. Progress notes don’t really paint a full picture of what is going on with a resident,” said Hoscheid. “CNAs and charge nurses know the residents better than anyone else in the building because they work with them the most. Their input is truly invaluable. All this information helps me make more complete care plans and find specific interventions that work for a resident.” Evening Before Hoscheid finishes her day, she works through grievances and misunderstandings with residents and their families, which can often be caused by language barriers, cultural differences, or clashing personalities. At the end of the day, she says her staff care deeply for the residents and are all doing the best they can for them. “My favorite part of my day is seeing the positive impact our team makes on our residents. Seeing them smiling and laughing, feeling more comfortable, and enjoying life is incredible” she said. It’s particularly important for Hoscheid to be able to work in an environment that makes a real difference in people’s lives. She’s an advocate for those who may feel undervalued or who no longer have a voice of their own. “I love being able to be there for them even if family and friends are not. I love becoming a part of their family in this way,” she added. While sometimes demanding and challenging, each role within the long term care sector is also incredibly rewarding. These dedicated individuals work tirelessly to ensure that elderly and vulnerable Oregonians receive the care and support they need to lead happy and fulfilling lives. From the cooks and caregivers to social workers and administrators, each role is vital to the overall success of the long term care sector. Their hard work and dedication don’t go unnoticed and must be continuously supported.
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