Resident Assistant

Parker Place Retirement Community•Parkersburg, IA

19d

About The Position

The Resident Assistant provides personal care and related services to residents in accordance with individualized service and care plans. The role works under the direction of the Healthcare Coordinator. Nurse’s Aide certification is preferred but not required. Jaybird Senior Living provides seniors with care and support in a living environment intended to help residents enjoy each day with confidence and purpose. The company states that it has created a culture where staff can innovate and grow since 2004.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
At least six months of caregiving experience; experience with elderly residents is preferred.
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.
Caregiving experience with elderly residents.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record residents’ vital signs and report deviations to the supervising nurse in accordance with 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 residents’ 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 training.
Perform additional duties as assigned.