Resident Assistant/Caregiver

Harmony Senior Services•Mount Juliet, TN

About The Position

The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community. The role includes housekeeping, responding to resident calls and emergency alerts, supporting resident activities and dining, checking on residents’ well-being, and reporting resident status and concerns to appropriate individuals. The assistant also helps new residents transition into the community and follows confidentiality policies and applicable workplace procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of an approved personal care aide program, as applicable under state regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
Ability to contribute as a member of the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
Polite and considerate conduct toward residents, visitors, and co-workers.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and push or carry 25 pounds.
Ability to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
Wear the designated uniform, including a name badge, during working hours.
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire.
Ability to represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Provide residents with quality care and assistance with activities of daily living.
Report incidents, care concerns, and resident status to appropriate individuals, such as the HCD, RN/LPN, or ED.
Maintain working knowledge of policies and procedures applicable to the position.
Perform housekeeping duties, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments and common areas, as directed by a supervisor.
Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts, remaining calm and competent during emergencies.
Assist in planning and conducting activities for residents.
Follow confidentiality policies regarding the release of resident information.
Assist residents to and from the dining room and activities; check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities.
Check on ill residents and report their status or concerns to appropriate individuals.
Communicate verbally and in writing about resident status, community information, appointments, admissions, and transfers.
Support new residents during move-in and provide emotional support.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Attend and complete required in-services and staff meetings.