PRN Caregiver Resident Assistant Memory Care

Allegro Senior Living•Plant City, FL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct resident care and support in Assisted Living and Memory Care under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel. The role helps maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment while supporting residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life. The Resident Assistant assists 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. The role may include medication administration when needed; a Med Tech certification is required for medication-pass duties. The position is PRN/on-call with flexible shifts and hours that vary based on community need.

Requirements

A compassionate, reliable, and service-oriented approach to resident care.
Must be at least 18 years of age; state-specific guidelines may apply.
Must have and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
Must pass required background screening and health screening and meet drug-free workplace requirements.
Must have reliable transportation; where required, a valid driver’s license, acceptable motor vehicle record, and insurability by the community’s automobile insurance carrier.
Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
Ability to follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.
In-Person 6-Hour Medication Administration Certificate required if performing Med Tech duties.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a caregiver, Resident Assistant, or Med Tech preferred.
Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment preferred.
CNA certification preferred; a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certificate may be accepted. CNA certification may be required in some states.
Experience or aptitude working with Alzheimer’s disease and memory-impaired residents preferred.

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, including resident rooms, offices, and common areas, as needed.
Attend meetings and in-service training sessions as required and in accordance with state guidelines.
Maintain a professional appearance, participate in training, and deliver courteous service that supports positive resident and family experiences.
Provide medication administration as needed when qualified; Med Tech certification is required for medication-pass duties.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.