Resident Assistant - The Lutheran Home at Topton, FT Day
About The Position
The Resident Assistant provides supportive and functional routine daily care to residents in accordance with established community care procedures and directions from nursing leadership. The role works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team and focuses on maintaining residents as directors of their own care. The position supports residents in attaining or maintaining their highest practicable level of functioning, assists with activities of daily living, maintains an appropriate care environment, responds promptly to requests for help, and observes and documents resident needs and changes. Depending on assignment, the Resident Assistant may escort and monitor residents during meals and activities, document vital signs, and—in Pennsylvania, if at least 21 years old—serve as the administrator designee when the Personal Care Administrator or PC/AL Clinical Director is absent. The work takes place in a well-lighted, ventilated area with temperature control. The employee may encounter emotionally upset residents or family members and may be exposed to airborne particles, chemicals, infectious waste, and diseases. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. The role may require work beyond normal hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Requirements
- In Pennsylvania, a high school diploma, GED, or active status on the Pennsylvania state nurse aide registry is required.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
- Basic computer skills, including retrieving data and data entry.
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Patience and the ability and willingness to demonstrate professional behavior in difficult situations or interactions with residents and their families.
- Ability to perform the physical duties described, including lifting up to 50 pounds and pushing or pulling 45 pounds.
- Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Previous resident or patient care experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal care and routine activities of daily living to support their highest practicable level of functioning.
- Provide care and services according to current practice standards, training standards, and EverTrue Clinical Policies and Procedures.
- Maintain an appropriate resident care environment and respond to resident requests for assistance in a timely manner.
- Follow safety procedures and protocols and promptly report hazardous conditions, defective equipment, accidents, and incidents to the nursing leader.
- Observe residents and maintain records; advocate for residents, participate in care planning, and communicate observed changes to the nursing leader and interdisciplinary team.
- As assigned, assist and escort residents to and from the dining room and in-house activities and monitor residents in the dining room at mealtimes.
- As assigned, document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight, and other pertinent information.
- In Pennsylvania, if at least 21 years old and assigned, serve as administrator designee during the absence of the Personal Care Administrator or PC/AL Clinical Director; evaluate immediate circumstances and contact the highest level of authority about next steps.
- Perform other job-related duties as requested and as permitted by applicable laws and standards.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell-back
- Retirement savings benefits with employer match contribution
- Education financial assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness benefits
- Pay advances (PayActiv)
- Caregiver support (TCARE)
- Leaves of absence
- Retail deals and discounts (Perkspot)
- Commuter support
- Extended sick pay for part-time employees
- Bereavement pay for part-time employees
- Jury duty pay for part-time employees
- Medical and pharmacy coverage for full-time or Weekend Option employees
- Dental insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees
- Vision insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts for full-time or Weekend Option employees
- Life insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees
- Short-term and long-term disability for full-time or Weekend Option employees
- Voya income protection benefits (hospital, critical illness, and accident) for full-time or Weekend Option employees
- Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees
- Shift differentials: $1.50 per hour for evenings, $1.00 per hour for nights, and $1.00 per hour for weekends in Illinois and Missouri; rates may vary in other states
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
