RCA Resident Care Assistant (DAY SHIFT)

RCA Resident Care Assistant (DAY SHIFT)Masonicare at Wesley Heights Shelton, CT DayShift / 40 hrs/wk / EOWSummary of Position: Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, assists residents with activities of daily living and personal care to maximize independence, freedom of choice and quality of life. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:1. Provides assistance with essential activities of daily living and personal care to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident: *bathing;*dressing and undressing;*ambulating;*toileting;*assistance with meals and nourishment's;*personal hygiene (shaving, dental hygiene, nail, hair and foot care);*transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices; and*care of ADL devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids2. Provides assistance with instrumental activities of daily living to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident: *placing and/or receiving telephone calls;*performing light housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning bathroom, bed making and bed changes;*assisting with laundry;*escorting the resident and coordinating internal transportation needs; and*assisting with mail delivery and correspondence3. Medication Assistance:*assists the resident with self-administration of medications, through cueing only4. Health Maintenance and Monitoring Tasks:*observes and reports changes in the residents' physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to ALSA Supervisor or Director of Assisted Living Services, as needed;*conducts room checks on resident rounds;*monitors for environmental safety hazards;*records incidents, errors or accidents; and*records resident and resident related events5. Dining:*assists in a variety of tasks related to dining (escorting residents, set-up and clean-up, serving meals)6. Activity Program:*responsible for participating in and supporting the resident centered activity program7. Emergency Preparedness:*responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations8. Performs other duties as required.Leadership: *is a resident advocate at all times;*follows policy concerning confidentiality;*plans and completes duties with minimal direction from supervisor;*works collaboratively with colleagues;*uses tactful, diplomatic communication in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations;*follows up with appropriate staff, resident or others regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns;*acts as ambassador to guest and other off-campus visitors; and*maintains certifications required for employmentAdministrative: *completes required written documentation concerning resident care and activities during shiftOther Duties: *demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process;*attends and participates in staff, educational and committee meetings to update knowledge, techniques, guidelines and regulations;*assists with quality assurance programs; and*assists with orientation and training of new staffMinimum Qualifications:Education: Post High School Vocational / Specialized TrainingExperience: On the Job Training Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Current State of Connecticut CNA certificate; CPR Certification preferred. #Shelton