RCA Resident Care Assistant (NIGHT SHIFT)

RCA Resident Care Assistant (NIGHT SHIFT)

Masonicare at Wesley Heights

Shelton, CT

Night Shift / 24hrs/wk / EOW

Summary of Position:

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, assists residents with activities of daily living and personal care to maximize independence, freedom of choice and quality of life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provides assistance with essential activities of daily living and personal care to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident:

bathing;

dressing and undressing;

ambulating;

toileting;

assistance with meals and nourishment's;

personal hygiene (shaving, dental hygiene, nail, hair and foot care);

transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices; and

care of ADL devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids

2. Provides assistance with instrumental activities of daily living to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident:

placing and/or receiving telephone calls;

performing light housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning

bathroom, bed making and bed changes;

assisting with laundry;

escorting the resident and coordinating internal transportation needs; and

assisting with mail delivery and correspondence

3. Medication Assistance:

assists the resident with self-administration of medications, through cueing only

4. Health Maintenance and Monitoring Tasks:

observes and reports changes in the residents' physical condition and

cognitive/emotional status to ALSA Supervisor or Director of Assisted Living Services,

as needed;

conducts room checks on resident rounds;

monitors for environmental safety hazards;

records incidents, errors or accidents; and

records resident and resident related events

5. Dining:

assists in a variety of tasks related to dining (escorting residents, set-up and clean-up, serving meals)

6. Activity Program:

responsible for participating in and supporting the resident centered activity program

7. Emergency Preparedness:

responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations

8. Performs other duties as required.

Leadership:

is a resident advocate at all times;

follows policy concerning confidentiality;

plans and completes duties with minimal direction from supervisor;

works collaboratively with colleagues;

uses tactful, diplomatic communication in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations;

follows up with appropriate staff, resident or others regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns;

acts as ambassador to guest and other off-campus visitors; and

maintains certifications required for employment

Administrative: completes required written documentation concerning resident care and activities during shift

Other Duties: demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process;

attends and participates in staff, educational and committee meetings to update knowledge, techniques, guidelines and regulations;

assists with quality assurance programs; and

assists with orientation and training of new staff

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Post High School Vocational / Specialized Training

Experience: On the Job Training

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Current State of Connecticut CNA certificate; CPR Certification preferred.