Full-Time Resident Assistant

Allegro Senior Living•Athens, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct resident care and support under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel. The role helps maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment while supporting residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life. The Resident Assistant assists with activities of daily living, responds to emergency calls, supports dining and daily routines, observes and reports changes in resident condition, maintains required documentation, and communicates professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors. The position is full-time on the 2:00 PM–10:00 PM shift at Spring Arbor of Athens in Athens, Tennessee. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and able to work collaboratively in a senior living environment.

Requirements

Must have and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
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.
Provide compassionate, respectful, and dependable support to residents.
Notice changes in resident needs and communicate concerns promptly and professionally.
Follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and documentation requirements carefully.
Remain calm, professional, and effective in a busy care environment.
Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and help maintain a positive community experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a 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, including 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 Allegro Living 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 in resident rooms, offices, and common areas as needed to support a safe and orderly environment.
Attend meetings and in-service training sessions as required and in accordance with state guidelines.
Maintain professional appearance, participate in training, and deliver courteous service that promotes positive resident and family experiences.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.