What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Assistant / Part-Time position at NHC and Affiliates?
Position: Resident Assistant – Assisted Living (Part-Time)
Shifts Available: 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm / 10pm - 6am
Position Summary
As a Resident Assistant, you play an important role in creating a welcoming, supportive environment for our residents. Working alongside our care team, you will assist with non-clinical tasks that help ensure residents are comfortable, engaged, and well cared for while supporting the daily operations of our assisted living community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver water, linens, and meal trays to residents.
- Organize equipment and replace batteries in resident lifts and other devices as needed.
- Assist with light housekeeping and other routine tasks throughout the community.
- Accompany residents during transportation and appointments as directed.
- Respond promptly to resident call lights and communicate resident needs to the appropriate staff.
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls.
- Build positive relationships with residents through friendly conversation and companionship.
- Provide support to nursing and caregiving staff with non-clinical duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the designated supervisor.
Qualifications
- Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing excellent service to residents.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and help others.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to changing priorities.
- Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and respect for older adults.
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) is a nationally recognized leader in compassionate, high-quality healthcare. We provide a full range of extended care services designed to promote the well-being, independence, and dignity of patients of all ages.
At NHC, our culture is built on compassion, teamwork, innovation, and integrity. Together, we are committed to delivering exceptional care while making a positive impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.
If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/adamsplace/
We look forward to talking with you!
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