Resident Care Associate (CNA or PCA)

Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas•Manassas, VA

11d•$19 - $22

About The Position

The Resident Care Associate (RCA) assists seniors in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care with daily activities, follows individual care plans, documents services, and helps residents maintain dignity and quality of life. The role calls for patience, empathy, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to residents’ well-being. The RCA serves as a Culture Ambassador by modeling the company’s core values and setting an example for other team members. The position pays $19–$22 per hour. Shifts are 3 p.m.–11 p.m. and 11 p.m.–7 a.m., including rotating weekends. Full-time associates are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability options; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; paid time off; an employee assistance program; and additional voluntary benefits. The role involves direct resident care, mobility assistance, routine care rounds, documentation, communication with supervisors, and support for residents and their families. The RCA must follow resident rights, safety, and infection-control procedures. Physical demands include lifting, stooping, carrying, turning, and assisting high-risk residents, operating medication carts, remaining in continuous movement during work hours, and lifting or carrying 50 to 75 pounds. The position carries a medium risk of exposure to COVID-19 due to direct care for potentially positive residents.

Requirements

A compassionate disposition and desire to serve; prior experience is not required.
Ability to fulfill residents’ physical and emotional needs.
Direct-care or other state-specific certification, or willingness to obtain it.
CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification according to company policy.
Ability to uphold resident confidentiality.
Flexible availability, including weekends, to ensure resident care and services.
Sincere compassion and genuine concern for the well-being of seniors and their families.
Proficiency with basic office equipment, including personal computers.
Alignment with Commonwealth Senior Living’s mission of improving the lives of seniors, their families, and each other.
Ability to lift, stoop, carry, turn, and assist high-risk residents, and operate medication carts.
Ability to remain in continuous movement throughout work hours and lift and/or carry 50 to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily tasks and communicate with the Resident Care Director about care provided and changes in residents’ conditions.
Assist residents with mobility using proper techniques and equipment to prevent accidents.
Conduct routine resident care rounds and meet residents’ needs in accordance with individualized care plans.
Assist with lifts, moves, and transport using proper body mechanics or lifting devices.
Provide care that maintains residents’ skin integrity, including changing incontinent residents to help prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears, and other damage.
Document daily care activities in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards.
Promptly report resident issues or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
Respond promptly and courteously to inquiries from residents, visitors, and staff in accordance with established policies.
Learn residents’ individualized care plans and provide support accordingly.
Share observations about residents’ needs and preferences to contribute to care planning.
Interact respectfully and effectively with residents, families, visitors, peers, and supervisors to foster a homelike environment.
Provide physical, emotional, and psychosocial support to residents and their families.
Uphold residents’ rights and promptly report incidents or evidence of abuse or rights violations.
Follow safety and infection-control procedures, including proper hand hygiene and care techniques to prevent skin damage.
Maintain a safe working environment through accident prevention and adherence to safety protocols.
Attend required training sessions, in-service programs, and staff meetings.
Maintain regular communication with the Resident Care Director.
Perform other duties as assigned.