Compassionate Resident Care Assistant

Ohio Living; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Living is seeking a Resident Assistant to provide routine personal care, recreational programming, housekeeping, and meal service to residents in a state-licensed setting. You will follow the daily care plan, support residents with daily activities, and collaborate with the Charge Nurse to monitor health and safety.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, communication with residents and staff, and adherence to infection control and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a long-term care or other related healthcare setting preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Carries out daily plan of care including all aspects of basic daily living and personal care needs.
• Executes daily activities for residents as scheduled.
• Serves and assists residents with meals.
• Provides medication reminders to residents as permitted under Ohio law.
• Knows location of assigned residents within the community at all times.
• Listens and responds to the needs of residents and staff members.
• Monitors residents’ general medical condition and reports changes to Charge Nurses.
• Maintains current and accurate records through use of computers and/or other documentation.
• Informs Charge Nurse of supply and equipment needs.
• Attends all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Attention to detail

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ohio Living is seeking a Resident Assistant to provide routine personal care, recreational programming, housekeeping, and meal service to residents in a state-licensed setting. You will follow the daily care plan, support residents with daily activities, and collaborate with the Charge Nurse to monitor health and safety.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, communication with residents and staff, and adherence to infection control and safety protocols.