Caregiver - Resident Aide - CNA

Paycom - ATS; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Madison, Wisconsin seeks a dedicated Caregiver to provide compassionate, resident-centered support in a homelike setting. You will assist with daily living activities, support meals, and help residents stay independent with dignity.

You'll work under RN oversight for medications, keep accurate care records, and participate in trainings. The role emphasizes safety, infection control, teamwork, and respectful interactions to enhance quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum age 18 or older.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ADLs including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and mobility.
• Support meal preparation, dining, and hydration.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry; keep rooms tidy.
• Report changes in resident condition to supervisors.
• Administer medications and delegated health tasks under RN oversight.
• Complete daily care records accurately.
• Foster relationships and promote social and emotional well-being.
• Participate in trainings and staff meetings; follow infection control and confidentiality rules.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Caregiver is responsible for delivering compassionate, high-quality care to residents in accordance with their individualized service plans. This includes assistance with personal care, medication support (if delegated), household tasks, and activity engagement. The Caregiver plays a key role in fostering a safe, respectful, and homelike environment that promotes resident independence, dignity, and quality of life.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesProvide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility.Support residents with meal preparation, dining, and hydration, ensuring nutritional needs are met.Perform light housekeeping duties including laundry, room tidiness, and common area upkeep.Promptly report changes in resident condition or behavior to supervisory staff.Administer medications and perform delegated health-related services (if authorized) per RN oversight and DHS guidelines.Accurately complete documentation and daily care records as required.Foster meaningful relationships with residents while promoting socialization and emotional well-being.Participate in scheduled staff meetings and complete all required in-service trainings.Adhere to infection control, resident rights, and confidentiality protocols.Ensure compliance with Wisconsin DHS 83 (CBRF) or DHS 89 (RCAC) as appropriate.High school diploma or equivalent required.Minimum of 18 years of age.Prior caregiving experience preferred; CBRF or CNA training strongly preferred.Must pass caregiver background check per Wisconsin requirements.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Must be physically able to lift, push, and assist residents (up to 50 lbs) and perform tasks requiring mobility.Work Environment & Physical RequirementsStanding, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting required for much of the shift.Work performed in a residential setting, including exposure to cleaning supplies and bodily fluids.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.