Resident Assistant (Training Position)

RESIDENT ASSISTANT 

JOB DESCRIPTION

MISSION STATEMENT

In using the ministry of Jesus Christ as our model, we seek to provide quality of life options to assist adults 55 to remain active by maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

VISION STATEMENT

People Matter. Life is Precious. Make Someone’s Life Better.

RESPONSIBLE TO

Independent Living Manager

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

High School diploma / GED preferred.  Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply principles of customer service to a high degree. Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with all levels of personnel. Demonstrates the ability to utilize appropriate judgement in requesting assistance from licensed personnel. Ability to communicate well through speech, written word and body language to denote approval or displeasure. Ability to summarize and synthesize information and communicate the message to others. Ability to foster teamwork. 

JOB ROLE

• Learn and become proficient in the essential job functions of a CNA/STNA under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing.
• Attend trainings to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work.
• Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned.
• Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts.
• Support QAPI efforts both verbally and non-verbally (i.e., via actions and attitude), including adjusting performance and practice in accordance with QAPI initiatives and findings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. This is a limited-duration (i.e., temporary) nurse aide training position leading to state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA). The maximum duration of this temporary training position is 120 days. Should the employee not attain state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) within 120 days, the temporary position with Baptist Life Communities will be terminated. Should that happen, the employee may apply for another open position for which he/she is qualified; however, there is no guarantee of continued employment if the employee does not attain certification within the 120 days allowed. 
2. The purpose of this position is to receive in-person, classroom, online, and book training to learn and perform the essential functions of a CNA/STNA in order to pass the required state CNA/STNA test and attain certification. Prior to and during the training, the employee will also provide delivery of care (other than direct care) as described on each individual resident’s Nurse Assistant care plan and as directed per Resident Assistant standards prior to completion of the nurse aide training class. This includes; but is not limited to, maintaining the resident’s room in a tidy, orderly condition with respect to the individual resident’s rights and preferences, serving resident meals and nourishments, collecting meal trays at end of meal, transporting residents within the facility, completing and documenting all tasks as directed on the individual resident’s care plan. 
3. Care plans may include such tasks as recording meal intake, BM records, intake and output, temperatures and weights, maintaining the required annual 12 continuing education hours, reporting unusual occurrences for each resident to the unit charge nurse and assisting with other tasks as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of current federal and state laws and regulations that apply to a long term care setting. Has strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities. Ability to identify problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.