Resident Care Associate

When you work at Freedom Village of Bradenton, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life! Resident Care Associate A Resident Care Associate performs various resident care activities and related nonprofessional services essential to caring for the personal needs and comfort of residents. While experience is appreciated, we are willing to train those who have a true heart for working with seniors. Resident Care Associate Duties Assist all residents/clients with a high quality of personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, shaving, incontinent care, foot care, vital signs, height and weight checks per policy. Make all beds as needed in A.M., turn down as needed in P.M. and change bed linens once each week or PRN. Complete resident’s personal laundry as assigned. Assist residents with meal time. Cut food. Encourage to eat. Promote a calm atmosphere. Complete and document shift assignments as assigned; if unable to complete, report to nursing supervisor. Report to nurse on duty and Director of Health Services all unusual behavior of resident (changing of status). Provide activities as planned and/or directed. Respond to call lights and emergencies in a timely manner. Provide emergency care within scope of practice. Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. One (1) year experience working as a CNA/PCA/HHA/RA preferred. One (1) year experience working in assisted living/memory care preferred. If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement, we'd love to get to know you! EEO Employer Salary: starting at $17.00-18.50 plus $1.00 shift differential Shifts Available 3p - 11p 11p - 7a EEO Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr