What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Assistant position at Hope Senior Home Care?
Job Description
Position Responsibilities
On-site
Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Position Responsibilities
- Recognize and respond to the needs of the residents
- Promote autonomy of residents in decision making
- Report changes in the resident's condition to the clinical support team promptly
- Assist residents with personal care functions including:
- Dental and mouth care
- Bathing
- Dressing and grooming
- Hair care
- Nail care
- Shaving
- Bowel and bladder care
- Provide care that promotes habilitation and wellness
- Report accidents and incidents as they occur
- Report any observed or suspected resident abuse immediately
- Meet with the clinical support team as scheduled or needed to discuss residents' needs and progress in identifying and correcting problems
- Promote a no-manual lift environment
- Measure and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and weight only as needed
- Document findings and other aspects of care appropriately and promptly
- Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes
- Attend and participate in Household meetings
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the resident
- Communicate effectively with peers and other team members
- Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage resident engagement
- Maintain cleanliness of the resident's room and common household areas by performing light housekeeping
- Perform in various roles to coordinate the work of the household (communication coordinator, housekeeping, supplies, laundry etc.)
- Participate in resident care plan meetings and ensure plan is followed
- The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position. It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned
On-site
Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
