Resident Aides

Job Description

Job Description

Mohawk Valley Care Center is looking for RA's for the following:

6am-2pm with every other weekend

2pm-10pm with every other weekend

10pm to 6am with every other weekend

Part-time and full-time

This is a great way to start your nursing career!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the transport of residents who do not require weight-bearing assistance.

• Pass out clothing protectors before mealtime.

• Distribute meal trays and assist with meal set-up as needed.

• Provide dining assistance to residents as necessary.

• Make beds, straighten rooms, and refill water pitchers.

• Round on units to ensure cleanliness.

• At the end of each shift, check shower rooms, kitchen area, clean and soiled utility rooms, and other shared areas on the unit for cleanliness.

• Answer call bells promptly and professionally.

• Shadow residents and sit with them to provide some meaningful activities.

• Complete any other duties assigned by the Nursing Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Solid moral character, patience, and a positive attitude toward the geriatric population.

• Ability and willingness to follow direction and learn new concepts and procedures.

• Completion of general orientation and in-servicing, including hand washing, infection control, transporting, bed making, tray set-up, and body mechanics.

• Must be able to remain on feet almost 100% of the workday.

• Must have a full range of motion to allow for kneeling, reaching, pulling, etc., while performing job duties.

• Physically able to lift or move up to 35-lbs without assistance.

What You Can Expect from Us:

• Stable opportunity with a wide array of experiences to further develop your career.

• Competitive weekly pay .

• Comprehensive benefits package , including: 

  • Generous paid time off (PTO)

  • Health insurance (medical, vision, and dental)

  • Healthy work-life balance .

  • Supportive, friendly leadership and teammates dedicated to your success.

How to Apply:

Our smooth online application process makes it easy for you to apply! Simply submit your application, and your personal recruiter will reach out to you with the next steps.