Day Shift Resident Care Aide — Meaningful Support

Legacy Lifecare, Inc.; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Generous Paid Time Off

A Workplace Where You Belong

Job summary

Kaplan Estates is seeking a Resident Care Assistant to provide compassionate care to residents, performing ADLs and basic tasks under the supervision of licensed nurses. This full-time daytime role runs 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM with rotating every other weekend, and PRN positions are also available.

You will monitor vital signs, assist with mobility to prevent falls, support engagement in daily activities, and help maintain a clean, safe environment in line with infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• Must have MA CNA certification or Home Health Aide (HHA) certification.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
• Monitor and record vital signs, intake/output, and observe changes to report to nursing staff promptly.
• Provide basic patient care under the direction of licensed nurses, including repositioning and assisting with mobility to prevent falls.
• Support residents' quality of life by fostering a positive, respectful environment and encouraging engagement in meaningful daily activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment by following infection control protocols and responding to call lights.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication

Patient care

Education

MA CNA certification or HHA certification

Job description

Kaplan Estates is seeking a Resident Care Assistant to provide compassionate care to residents, performing ADLs and basic tasks under the supervision of licensed nurses. This full-time daytime role runs 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM with rotating every other weekend, and PRN positions are also available.

You will monitor vital signs, assist with mobility to prevent falls, support engagement in daily activities, and help maintain a clean, safe environment in line with infection control protocols.