Resident Assistant – PRN

Foundry Commercial•Ringgold, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct care and support to Assisted Living residents on an as-needed, fill-in basis. Under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel, the RA supports residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life while helping maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, responding to emergency calls, supporting meals and daily routines, observing and reporting changes in residents’ condition, maintaining documentation, and communicating professionally with residents, families, team members, and visitors. The successful candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and collaborative.

Requirements

Must have and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
Must be at least 18 years of age; state-specific guidelines may apply.
Must pass required background screening, health screening, and drug-free workplace requirements.
Must have reliable transportation and, where required, a valid driver’s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record, and insurability by the community’s automobile insurance carrier.
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
Ability to communicate concerns about changes in residents’ needs promptly and professionally, and follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.
Experience in a nursing home or assisted living setting is preferred in the introductory posting; the detailed qualifications also prefer experience in healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or a service environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a nursing home, assisted living, healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment.
CNA certification; a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certificate may be accepted. CNA certification may be required in some states.
Experience or aptitude working with Alzheimer’s disease and memory-impaired residents.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, transfers, mobility, and incontinence care.
Prepare residents for meals, snacks, and activities, and provide dining-room support such as serving meals and clearing tables.
Respond promptly to resident emergency call systems and requests for assistance.
Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ condition to the appropriate supervisor or designee.
Communicate courteously and professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors.
Maintain required resident care documentation in accordance with state regulations and company policies and procedures.
Assist with resident transportation when required.
Follow safety, sanitation, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.
Assist with light cleaning and laundry, including resident rooms, offices, and common areas, as needed.
Attend required meetings and in-service training sessions in accordance with state guidelines.
Maintain a professional appearance, participate in training, and provide courteous service that promotes positive resident and family experiences.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.