Non-Certified Resident Assistant

Geriatric Care Provider

The incumbent is responsible for the needs of the residents. Including but not limited to: assistance with personal care needs, administration of medication, assistance with activities of daily living, and activity programs. All tasks must be performed in a careful and caring manner, recognizing the condition(s) of the individual. Under the supervision of an LPN or an RN, provides personal care and selected technical nursing services to predominately geriatric residents. Helps to maintain a pleasant, orderly physical environment.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience preferred and a genuine interest in geriatrics.
• Ability to speak, read and write the English language.
• Willing to attend on-going education programs.
• Commitment to the delivery of quality care to the residents. Caring attitude. Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning resident information.
• Good general physical and emotional health. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, turning, moving and transporting residents.
• Ability to perform nursing care, observe changes in resident's condition and communicate effectively.
• Ability to accept guidance to understand and improve performance in resident care.
• Kind, tactful, patient with residents, families and co-workers.
• Must have initiative and be capable of taking an assignment and completing the multiple tasks involved without constant close supervision.
• Must be mature and have the ability and desire to give good care to the residents who may, at times, be inappropriate, unthankful, unkind or combative.
• Must be able to take directions and be a team player.