RCA Resident Care Assistant (EVENING SHIFT) job at Masonicare Shelton, CT, US

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RCA Resident Care Assistant (EVENING SHIFT) Job Location: Shelton, Connecticut

RCA Resident Care Assistant (EVENING SHIFT)

Masonicare at Wesley Heights

Shelton, CT

Evening 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:

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

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

Medication Assistance:

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

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

Dining:

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

Activity Program:

*responsible for participating in and supporting the resident centered activity program

Emergency Preparedness:

*responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations

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.

Job ID: 14433

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