CNA/Resident Assistant- PRN

Harmony Senior Services; Derry Township (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + full benefits package

Training, development & career ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Hershey, PA is seeking a compassionate resident assistant to support residents with daily living activities, respond to calls and emergencies, assist in dining and movement between activities, and communicate changes in resident status to the nursing team.

You will follow all policies, maintain confidentiality, lift up to 50 lbs, be CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 60 days, and work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have completed an approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed by supervisor.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance or emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
• Assist residents to and from dining and activities.
• Report resident status to appropriate individuals.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

75 East Canal Street, Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033

Job Description

• Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCD, RN/LPN, or ED)

• Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position

• Assists residents with activities of daily living

• Perform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor

• Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts

• Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies

• Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents

• Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information

• Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities

• Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities

• Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals

• Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers

• Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED

• Must have successfully completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable

• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writing

• Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel

• Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor

• Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times

• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs

• Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics

• Must be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badge

• Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire

• Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner

• Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages

• Training, Development & Career Laddering

• Great work-life balance

• Flexible Scheduling