Assist Liv RCA/CNA - Full-time; Day shift

Poydras Home Career; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Poydras Home Career is seeking a CNA-friendly caregiver to assist residents in a on-site New Orleans, LA facility. Duties include daily living activities, basic health monitoring, and meal support, with emphasis on confidentiality and resident rights.

Qualifications include CNA training preferred, with a background in geriatric care and basic first aid knowledge. Prior long-term care experience is valued; High School or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• Completion of training program for certification (CNA preferred).
• Previous experience with geriatric nursing preferred but not necessary.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering basic first aid and resident care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily bath and/or shower which may occasionally require the ability to enter a shower space with the resident. Assistance will also include dressing, grooming, dental care, bowel and bladder functions, preparation for activities within the community, reminders of medical appointments, and basic room care.
• Provide functions as directed by supervisor including daily and ongoing records including vital signs, weight and measure residents, and observe and report presence of skin breakdowns; review service plans daily; report changes in resident conditions to supervisor; and, record all necessary charting entries and report all accidents and incidents.
• Prepare residents for meals and snacks and perform after-meal resident care.
• Maintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect; know and comply with Residents’Rights rules; and promptly report all resident complaints, accidents and incidents to Health and Wellness or Director of Assisted Living.
• Participate with residents in activities, which may include leading an activity.
• Assist as directed in proper admission, transfer and discharge of residents, inventory resident possessions and report defective equipment to administration.
• Provide table service to residents during applicable meal periods.
• Provide daily light housekeeping services, such as emptying trash, bed making, and other items as required in the resident apartments.
• Answer and respond to pendants and pull cords in a timely manner.

Skills

CNA training

Geriatrics

Resident care

First aid

Education

High School or better

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 11, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
• On-site
• Oak House AL
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: RCACN001015
• Supervisor : LaTanye Black

Description

Compensation

• Minimum $14.50/hour; depends on experience and years of certification

Qualifications

• Completion of training program for certification (CNA preferred).
• Previous experience with geriatric nursing preferred but not necessary.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering basic first aid and resident care.

Job Specific Duties

• Assist residents with daily bath and/or shower which may occasionally require the ability to enter a shower space with the resident. Assistance will also include dressing, grooming, dental care, bowel and bladder functions, preparation for activities within the community, reminders of medical appointments, and basic room care.
• Provide functions as directed by supervisor including daily and ongoing records including vital signs, weight and measure residents, and observe and report presence of skin breakdowns; review service plans daily; report changes in resident conditions to supervisor; and, record all necessary charting entries and report all accidents and incidents.
• Prepare residents for meals and snacks and perform after-meal resident care.
• Maintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect; know and comply with Residents’Rights rules; and promptly report all resident complaints, accidents and incidents to Health and Wellness or Director of Assisted Living.
• Participate with residents in activities, which may include leading an activity.
• Assist as directed in proper admission, transfer and discharge of residents, inventory resident possessions and report defective equipment to administration.
• Provide table service to residents during applicable meal periods.
• Provide daily light housekeeping services, such as emptying trash, bed making, and other items as required in the resident apartments.
• Answer and respond to pendants and pull cords in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year: Previous experience in geriatrics and/or long-term care preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

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