Resident Assistant CNA – Assisted Living & Memory Care

Allegro Senior Living•Overland Park, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct resident care and support in Assisted Living and Memory Care 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 RA assists with activities of daily living, responds to emergency calls, supports dining and daily routines, observes and reports changes in residents’ condition, maintains required documentation, and communicates professionally with residents, families, team members, and visitors. The position is based at Alto Overland Park Senior Living by Allegro in Overland Park, Kansas. Listed opportunities include part-time first shift (7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.), part-time second shift (3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.), and PRN/on-call flexible shifts based on community need. Rotating weekends and holidays are included. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and able to work collaboratively in a senior living environment.

Requirements

Active Kansas CNA certification is required for the advertised opportunity.
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; where required, must have 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.
Dependable, patient, compassionate, and service-oriented approach to caregiving.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to observe changes in resident needs and communicate concerns promptly and professionally.
Ability to follow safety, infection-control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.
Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective in a busy care environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment.
Assisted Living, Memory Care, or senior living experience.
Experience or aptitude working with Alzheimer’s disease and memory-impaired residents.
CNA certification is preferred in the general qualifications; a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certificate may be accepted, and CNA certification may be required in some states.

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 support dining-room service, 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, orderly environment.
Attend meetings and in-service training sessions as required and in accordance with state guidelines.
Maintain a professional appearance, participate in training, and provide courteous service that supports positive resident and family experiences.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.