Resident Assistant

STARTING RATE: $15.50/hr.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Resident Assistant provides non-direct resident/patient care. This position is designed to provide experience that leads to a facility sponsored CNA trainee program. The CNA training program will consist of classroom instruction, clinical practices and on-the- job supervised training which leads to acquiring the knowledge, skills and certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Replenishes unit supplies as directed
• Make-up unoccupied beds
• Transports residents to/from dining rooms, therapies, and activities
• Accompanies residents to an appointment (non hands on tasks)
• Assists with meal tray pass
• Cleans utility and nourishment rooms
• Passes water to residents
• Maintains resident's room, bath and personal belongings including laundry/close, in a clean orderly condition
• Reports to nurse at the beginning, and end of each shift and anytime leaving the unit
• Reports any changes noted in a resident's condition or behavior to the nurse
• Respects the resident's dignity, confidentiality, and individuality
• Attends in-services, including all mandatory in-services, either required by NYS regulation or facility policies
• Performs any additional unit tasks as requested by the nurse
• Adheres to assigned meal and break times
• Follows facility policies and procedures
• Follows Universal Precautions and infection Control Practices
• Maintains Corporate Compliance Standards
• Interacts positively with residents, family members and visitors in all circumstances
• Displays effective time management skills
• Represents the facility in a professional manner
• Provides excellent customer service skills
• REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 18 years of age; high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Able to perform tasks while upholding high standards of quality, cleanliness, and kindness
• Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds