Resident Assistant

Company: Fernley Assisted Living Llc
Location: Henderson
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

* Adheres to and conveys community's philosophy of maintaining elements of self-care and encouraging independence.* Receives report from the previous shift and med attendant.* Reads the shift-to-shift report and shower schedule for information and changes before coming on shift. Documents in the shift-to-shift report book and ADL binder before going off shift.* Assists with activities of daily living, environmental orientation, vital signs, simple treatments, and other care.* Escorts residents to and from dining room while encouraging residents to find their own way.* Assist with serving meals and dining room duties as instructed.* Provides laundry and housekeeping services to residents as assigned.* Demonstrates knowledge of infection control via proper handling of equipment, soiled linen, bedpans, urinals, and adequate hand washing.* Documents care given; adhering to community policies and procedures.* Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors including housekeeping duties as assigned.* Reports deficiencies observed in resident apartments clothing/linen and community in general.* Observes any changes in resident physical or mental status and communicates to the administrator or resident assistant supervisor.* Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons and other emergency procedures; Follows community policy and procedures detailed in fire and disaster plans.* Avoids loss, breakage, and waste of supplies and equipment.* Relieves at front desk, providing constant coverage for call and alarm system, as well as clerical and secretarial support as requested.* Assures door is alarmed at all times.* Assists with resident activity programs as assigned.* Wears name tag at all times.* Performs other duties as assigned by any member of management.Qualifications:* Keep all required licensure in good standing at all times.Physical Demands:* Ability to push, pull, and lift at least 50lbs.* Ability to bend, squat, and climb stairs.* Ability to continuously walk or stand.Universal Precautions:* Potential exposure to blood and bodily fluids.* Potential exposure to communicable diseases.Job Type: Full-timePay: $13.00 $14.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Health insurance* Paid time off* Referral program* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shiftWork Location: One location

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