Resident Assistant- Glen at Hiland Meadows - Full Time Days
Trinity Health•Queensbury, NY
•$18 - $22
About The Position
The Resident Assistant (RA) provides compassionate care to residents in an enhanced assisted living or memory care community under the supervision of an LPN and/or RN. The role supports residents with activities of daily living while promoting independence, dignity, safety, and well-being in a warm, homelike environment. Resident Assistants build meaningful relationships with residents, respect their needs and preferences, and work as part of a close-knit care team.
Requirements
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.
- Ability to follow care plans and safety protocols.
- Working knowledge of computers, including electronic health records, email, required in-service training, and other required applications.
- Physical, visual, and auditory ability adequate to perform resident care.
- Ability to maintain composure and positivity in a high-stress environment.
- Ability to promote each resident's physical, cognitive, and psychosocial well-being.
- Ability to work with residents in a highly personal manner during stages of acute and chronic illness.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous experience in senior care, health care, or assisted living.
Responsibilities
- Support the Trinity/SPHP vision, mission, and values in interactions with residents and families, and adhere to the SPHP Code of Conduct.
- Be accountable as an individual and team member for meeting residents' and families' basic needs.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
- Assist residents in taking medications as needed.
- Encourage and support resident independence and dignity.
- Monitor resident safety and well-being, report changes to the LPN, and consult the LPN/RN about changes in residents' health status.
- Build meaningful relationships with residents, learn their histories, preferences, and routines, and anticipate their needs.
- Help with light housekeeping and meal service as needed to maintain a safe, clean living space.
- Participate in team meetings and communicate and collaborate with coworkers and supervisors.
- Promote a warm, friendly, and respectful environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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