Resident Assistant

Clover Ridge Place•Maquoketa, IA

12d

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. The role includes assisting with daily living needs, monitoring and documenting residents’ conditions and progress, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and supporting resident engagement. The Resident Assistant follows community policies, confidentiality requirements, infection-control practices, and required training procedures.

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

Nurse’s Aide certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record vital signs and report deviations to the supervising nurse according to the Individual Service Plan (ISP).
Assist residents with 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.
Uphold HIPAA confidentiality and adhere to community policies.
Attend biweekly in-service meetings and mandatory trainings.
Perform additional duties as assigned.