Resident Assistant / Caregiver /CNA

Allegro Senior Living•Grinnell, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Arbor of Grinnell Assisted Living is hiring Resident Assistants/Caregivers for its third-shift overnight teams. The role provides direct resident care and support under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel. Resident Assistants help maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment while supporting residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life. The position assists residents 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. A CNA license or certification is not required to be considered. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age; state-specific guidelines may apply.
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 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment is preferred.
Caregiving, senior living, home care, CNA, PCA, DSP, or healthcare experience is welcomed.

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; 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 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.
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.