Resident Assistant (PRN)

Harmony Senior Services•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community. The role includes reporting resident incidents and concerns to appropriate individuals, responding to assistance calls and emergency alerts, supporting residents with meals and activities, and helping new residents transition into the community. The Resident Assistant also performs housekeeping duties and communicates resident status and community information to relevant personnel. The position requires maintaining confidentiality, following policies and supervisor instructions, and attending required in-services and staff meetings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of an approved personal care aide program, as required by applicable state regulations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
Able to contribute as a member of the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
Polite and considerate toward residents, visitors, and coworkers.
Able to walk and stand for extended periods.
Able to lift 50 pounds and push or carry 25 pounds.
Able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
Wear the designated uniform, including a name badge, during working hours.
CPR/First Aid certified, or willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
Able to represent the community positively and professionally.
Willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Report resident incidents, care concerns, or issues to appropriate individuals, such as the HCD, RN/LPN, or ED.
Maintain working knowledge of policies and procedures related to the position.
Assist residents with activities of daily living.
Perform housekeeping duties, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments, common areas, and dining rooms, as directed.
Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts, remaining calm and competent during emergencies.
Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
Follow confidentiality policies regarding the release of resident information.
Assist residents to and from the dining room and activities.
Check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities.
Check on ill residents and report their status or concerns to appropriate individuals.
Communicate verbally and in writing about resident status, community information, appointments, admissions, and transfers.
Support new residents during their move-in transition, including providing emotional support.
Attend and complete required in-services and staff meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.