Resident Care Assistant NE

The Country Club of La Cholla•Oro Valley, AZ

10d•$20

About The Position

The Resident Care Assistant (RCA) provides physical and psychosocial care to residents in a manner that promotes dignity, choice, and individuality. The RCA reports to the shift supervisor and Wellness Director and provides care to assigned residents while supporting other wellness department associates as needed. The role includes assisting residents with activities of daily living, monitoring and reporting changes in residents’ condition, documenting services, conducting room checks and rounds, responding to emergencies, and helping maintain a safe environment. The RCA also supports resident-centered activities and may assist with housekeeping, laundry, dining, transportation, correspondence, and other related tasks.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Certification by a state-approved program, if required.
Satisfactory completion of the company Resident Assistant skills competency checklist.
Good physical health and freedom from communicable diseases.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Ability to lift, bend, and push a medication cart around the residence.
Completion of drug testing and criminal background check upon hire and upon request of the supervisor.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Assisted Living is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide necessary care and services to assigned residents and assist other wellness department associates as needed.
Collaborate with peers and other team members.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, toileting, eating, and ambulation or mobility.
Maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with residents and families.
Immediately report suspected or witnessed verbal, mental, or physical abuse to licensed staff.
Use safe transfer techniques when assisting residents with mobility.
Wash residents’ laundry as needed.
Follow CDC Standard Precautions, OSHA’s Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens standard, infection-control procedures, hazardous communication requirements, and other safety rules.
Document provision of services on company forms.
Operate designated medical equipment, copy, scan, and fax machines, and telephone.
Escort residents and coordinate internal transportation needs.
Assist residents with personal correspondence or telephone use when requested.
Observe and report changes in residents’ physical condition and cognitive or emotional status to the Wellness Director or supervisor as needed.
Conduct room checks and resident rounds.
Monitor for environmental safety hazards.
Respond promptly and calmly to emergencies and immediately report them to the supervisor.
Use tactful, diplomatic communication in sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
Follow up with appropriate staff, residents, or others regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.
Participate in and support the resident-centered activities program.
Care for sensory enhancement devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids.
Complete housekeeping tasks, including bed-making, linen changes, vacuuming, emptying trash, and cleaning bathrooms.
Act as an ambassador and public relations representative to guests and off-campus visitors.
Copy special paperwork or forms.
Assist with dining tasks, including escorting residents to the dining room, setting up, cleaning tables, serving meals, and bussing tables.
Demonstrate appreciation of residents’ heritage, values, and wisdom, and understanding of the aging process.
Collaborate with associates in other departments to ensure necessary care and services are provided.
Participate in assigned projects or committees.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and mandatory in-services.