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
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c)
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