Day-Shift Senior Care Assistant | Compassionate & Impactful

Century Park Associates; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The Bridge at Ooltewah is actively seeking Resident Care Assistants to join their compassionate team in a full-time role. The position emphasizes delivering quality assisted living services and prioritizing residents' independence under Century Park standards.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, state CNA/HHA credentials where required, and CPR certification. The role includes patient, respectful care, collaboration with nurses, and opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year experience in senior services preferred.
• State Trained Nursing Assistant certification (if required by State).
• CNA certification or Home Health Aide certification preferred.
• CPR certification upon hire or during Orientation; must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with activities of daily living as designated in care plan (dressing, toileting, hair care, bathing).
• Reads 24 hour log at beginning of shift.
• Makes routine rounds and checks with residents to ensure care needs are met.
• Assists residents with clothing choices appropriate for the day’s weather; keep clean and stain-free.
• Assists with incontinent residents; check clothing and linens to keep residents clean and dry.
• Assists with ambulation and use of walkers, canes, wheelchairs, etc.
• Assists residents during meals in dining area.
• Encourages residents to participate in activities.
• Shampoos hair weekly if not done by beautician.
• Makes beds daily and does light housekeeping as designated.
• Prepares residents for activities, meals, appointments, etc.
• Delivers meals and assists with setup or feeding as needed.
• Verifies residents are present for meals and checks on those not attending.
• Reports all changes in resident conditions to Nurse, Resident Care Director or Executive Director.
• Welcomes new residents and assists with adjustment to community.
• Assists residents with packing/unpacking (storing, labeling and inventorying belongings upon move in).
• Compliant with infection control guidelines.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Trained Nursing Assistant certification

CNA or Home Health Aide certification

CPR certification

Job description

The Bridge at Ooltewah is actively seeking Resident Care Assistants to join their compassionate team in a full-time role. The position emphasizes delivering quality assisted living services and prioritizing residents' independence under Century Park standards.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, state CNA/HHA credentials where required, and CPR certification. The role includes patient, respectful care, collaboration with nurses, and opportunities for growth within a