Resident Assistants

The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community.* Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCD, RN/LPN, or ED)* Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position* Assists residents with activities of daily living* Perform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor* Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts* Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies* Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents* Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information* Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities* Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities* Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals* Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers* Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support* Other duties as assigned **Requirements**:* Must have a High School Diploma or GED* Must have successfully completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable* Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writing* Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel* Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor* Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times* Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time* Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs* Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics* Must be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badge* Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire* Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner* Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr