Resident Care Assistant (PRN) - Cornerstone
About The Position
Affiliated with Methodist Retirement Communities and located in Texarkana, Texas, Cornerstone is a leader in continuing care retirement living offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation, and home health. At MRC, our goal is to maximize the physical, cognitive, emotional, social and spiritual potential of our residents - and give confidence to those who love them. Here, residents receive the specialized care they need in a dignified, comfortable, nurturing environment, leaving them free to focus on getting more out of every day. If this sounds like a company you would like to partner with and you have a heart and passion for serving seniors, consider joining the MRC Cornerstone team! MRC Cornerstone is seeking Resident Care Assistants to work in our Memory Support Unit from 6:00am-2:00pm. Resident Care Assistants administer the care of residents under the supervision of licensed staff and assists professional nursing staff by performing routine tasks in the care of residents, helping them adapt to changes that may occur due to illness and normal processes of aging. Uses one-on-one and group relationships to facilitate participation in activities, support interest, develop and sustain capacities and adaptive skills of residents. Leads and coordinates various types of activities and programs for the residents. Assists in the development and implementation of care plans.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent is desired.
- Two years of resident care experience, preferably as a hospital or long-term care nursing assistant.
- Knowledge/ability to learn computer skills
- Must have a working knowledge of basic patient care procedures.
- Models a service attitude toward others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, families and coworkers.
- Models MRC’s ICARE Values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
- Ability to relate to people in a manner so as to win confidence, support and understanding in the purposes, programs and goals of the department and the organization.
- Communicates professionally, respectfully and tactfully in all situations.
Responsibilities
- Administer the care of residents under the supervision of licensed staff
- Assist professional nursing staff by performing routine tasks in the care of residents, helping them adapt to changes that may occur due to illness and normal processes of aging
- Use one-on-one and group relationships to facilitate participation in activities
- Support interest, develop and sustain capacities and adaptive skills of residents
- Lead and coordinate various types of activities and programs for the residents
- Assist in the development and implementation of care plans
Benefits
- Payactiv – access to your pay before payday!
- Employee Emergency Fund
- Take Time to Give Time
- Quarterly Bonus Program
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
