Full-Time Resident Assistant (6p-6a)

Arlington Place at Oelwein•Oelwein, IA

73d

About The Position

The Resident Assistant provides personal care and related services to residents according to individualized service and care plans, working under the direction of the Healthcare Coordinator. Nurse’s aide certification is preferred but not required. The role is full-time, with the listed shift running from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., and pays $18 per hour. Jaybird Senior Living provides seniors with care and support in a living environment designed to help residents enjoy each day with confidence and purpose. The company says it has fostered a culture of staff innovation and growth since 2004.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
At least six months of caregiving experience, preferably with elderly residents.
Completion of the required medication management course.
CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Professionalism and ability to handle emotionally charged situations.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Nurse’s Aide is preferred but not required.
Caregiving experience with elderly residents is preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record vital signs and report deviations to the supervising nurse according to the Individual Service Plan (ISP).
Assist residents with personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, nutrition, ambulation, transfers, positioning, and medication reminders.
Follow ISPs and daily task sheets, and communicate changes in resident status to supervisors.
Use standard precautions and infection-control procedures.
Maintain safe and clean resident environments and document resident progress in a timely manner.
Encourage resident engagement in activities.
Protect HIPAA-confidential information and follow community policies.
Attend biweekly in-service meetings and mandatory trainings.
Perform additional duties as assigned.