Resident Assistant - Heritage

Pay range: $22.62 - $25.72 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM, 48 hours per pay period

Responsibilities

• Assist with treatments and activities of daily living as delegated by the Clinical Director per individualized care plan, including but not limited to:
  • Dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, ambulation, transferring
  • AM and HS cares including oral care as needed
  • Incontinence care
  • Assistive devices, glasses, and hearing aids
• Medication administration as delegated by the RN
• Assist with medication, treatments, and activities of daily living as delegated by the Clinical Director/Manager per individualized care plan
• Observe, document, and report changes in physical, cognitive, and emotional condition of residents
• Promote independence with residents, offering choices and fostering self-help skills
• Partner effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supporting all employees within the community as directed by the Clinical Director or Registered Nurse
• Orient and coach assigned employees
• Complete scheduled cleaning tasks
• Lead and assist resident activities as assigned
• Respond appropriately to all safety hazards, call lights, requests, and reassignment of duties
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 16 years of age or older
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the facility, including but not limited to:
  • Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy
  • HIPAA
  • Resident’s Bill of Rights
  • Universal Precaution
  • AWAIR, OSHA, Right to Know, SDS
  • ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and/or Home Health Aide certification
• High school diploma, GED, or higher (preferred)
• Previous experience working with seniors (preferred)