RCA Resident Care Assistant (PER DIEM)

Masonicare • Farmington, CT

223d

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, assists residents with activities of daily living and personal care to maximize independence, freedom of choice and quality of life.

Requirements

• Post High School Vocational / Specialized Training.
• Current State of Connecticut CNA certificate.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to interact with all types of individuals.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet individual resident care needs.
• Ability to read resident care plans, document resident condition and enter data onto appropriate logs/forms or enter information into computer database.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with essential activities of daily living and personal care to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident.
• Provides assistance with instrumental activities of daily living to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident.
• Assists the resident with self-administration of medications, through cueing only.
• Observes and reports changes in the residents' physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to ALSA Supervisor or Director of Assisted Living Services, as needed.
• Conducts room checks on resident rounds.
• Monitors for environmental safety hazards.
• Records incidents, errors or accidents.
• Records resident and resident related events.
• Assists in a variety of tasks related to dining (escorting residents, set-up and clean-up, serving meals).
• Responsible for participating in and supporting the resident centered activity program.
• Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations.
• Completes required written documentation concerning resident care and activities during shift.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process.
• Attends and participates in staff, educational and committee meetings to update knowledge, techniques, guidelines and regulations.
• Assists with quality assurance programs.
• Assists with orientation and training of new staff.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED