Caregiver - Resident Aide - CNA for senior living community

NuCare Senior Living•Madison, WI

4d•$17 - $20

About The Position

The Caregiver is responsible for delivering compassionate, high-quality care to residents in accordance with their individualized service plans. The role includes assistance with personal care, medication support when delegated, household tasks, and activity engagement. The Caregiver helps foster a safe, respectful, homelike environment that promotes resident independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to pass a Wisconsin caregiver background check.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and assist residents throughout the shift.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and transfer up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable working in a residential healthcare environment, including exposure to cleaning products and bodily fluids.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Previous caregiving, direct care, assisted living, memory care, or healthcare experience.
CNA certification and/or CBRF training.
Medication administration experience.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
Support residents with meals, hydration, and dining assistance.
Provide companionship and encourage participation in social and recreational activities.
Perform light housekeeping, including laundry, room organization, and upkeep of common living areas.
Monitor residents’ well-being and promptly report changes in condition or behavior.
Administer medications and perform delegated health-related services when authorized and trained under RN supervision.
Maintain accurate documentation and resident care records.
Follow infection control, confidentiality, and resident rights policies.
Attend required training sessions and staff meetings.
Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations.