Resident Assistant (Full-Time; Night Shift)

LCS Senior Living • Wilmington, DE

87d • $16 - $23

About The Position

The position is for a full-time role in the Assisted Living department, specifically during the night shift from 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM. The primary responsibility is to provide assistance with activities of daily living, including medication administration as directed by the Director of Resident Care (DRC). The role requires comfort in working within a Memory Care environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience in observing and documenting changes in emotional, physical, and spiritual health of residents.
• Prior healthcare experience working with the elderly preferred.
• Must have current Basic First Aid and CPR certification if required by State.

Nice To Haves

• LLAM Certified (Med Tech) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and/or provide activities of daily living assistance to the residents as directed from the Resident's Care Plan.
• Provide training and orientation to new staff members and ongoing training to current staff members.
• Perform clerical functions as directed by the DRC.
• Provide verbal encouragement and support to staff.
• Prioritize tasks to ensure optimum services to residents as requests and/or needs change.
• Communicate to residents, families, Department Heads and the Director of Resident Care when needed.
• Provide Medication reminders and/or assistance according to state regulations (if certified to do so).
• Provide assistance with self-administration of medications as allowed by state specific guidelines (if certified to do so).
• Under the universal worker the RA's responsibilities may also include scheduling and/or performing housekeeping and dining room duties.
• Observes safety and security procedures.
• Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in work performed.

Benefits

• Wage: $16.00 per hour-$23.00 per hour (depending on experience) + shift differential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees