Resident Assistant

Otterbein Cridersville; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

CNA classes provided

Training programs

Promote from within

Job summary

Otterbein SeniorLife in Indiana is seeking a part-time 1st shift position within the Nursing Department. The role emphasizes maintaining supplies, upholding safety and infection control, and delivering compassionate resident-focused care.

Candidates should read and write English, perform basic math, and commit to teamwork and professional conduct. Training is provided, with opportunities for internal advancement within a supportive senior-care environment.

Qualifications

• Reading and writing comprehensive English and documenting observations.
• Must perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Adequate Supplies for Nursing Department.
• Adhere To Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
• Communicate Effectively Orally and In Writing.
• Maintain Resident Unit and Nursing Work Areas in Clean, Orderly, and Safe Manner.
• Promote Positive Public Relations for the Facility.
• Perform Other Tasks as Required.
• Assist other personnel when assignment completed.
• Know and follow existing lines of communication and authority.
• Other - as designated by Charge Nurse or Nursing Director.
• Assure that resident rights are maintained at all times, reporting suspected deviations to immediate supervisor.
• Customer Service - Respond to requests for service and assistance.
• InterpersonalSkills - Maintain confidentiality Written Communication - Edit work for spelling and grammar.
• Professionalism - Approach others in a tactful manner.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Time clock system

Job description

Join Otterbein SeniorLife – a place that ignites your passion. You’ll find days filled with opportunities and memorable experiences. Become part of a team dedicated to caring for others. Career opportunities available for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Culinary, Maintenance, Accounting, Sales, Marketing, and more.

Where Purpose Lives

Working Together for the Residents

At Otterbein, you are not just an “employee”; you are a partner in care. We believe in working together toward a common goal. Our focus is on person-centered care that honors both residents and their choices. Join a community of talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, and endearing individuals, among many other wonderful qualities.

What Makes a Meaningful, Rewarding Career?

It’s when you become a part of something bigger. You’re advancing and growing. You’re making a positive impact on the lives of others. It’s when you discover what you were born to do. It’s where you want to be. That’s Otterbein.

Life at Otterbein is progressive, supportive, fun, and inspiring.

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Vision and dental insurance
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Life insurance
• 401(k)/403(b) with company match
• Employee-sponsored fund for employees in need
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  *Benefits may vary based on position and location.
• Person-centered care
• Low staff-to-resident ratio
• Modern, state-of-the-art communities
• Top-quality equipment
• Safety programs in place
• Online employee platform for peer recognition and engagement
• And more!
• Company-paid CNA classes
• Training programs
• Strong “promote from within” philosophy
• Locations in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan

Adhere to Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures. Communicate Effectively Orally and in Writing. Maintain Resident Unit and Work Area in Clean Safe and Orderly Manner. Promote Positive Public Relation for the Facility. Perform Other Tasks as Required.

Shift: Part Time 1st Shift

Responsibilities

Maintain Adequate Supplies for Nursing Department

• Receive supplies from vendor and review order for accuracy.
• Tag appropriately and secure supplies in stock room.
• Distribute supplies to various nursing units per schedule.

Adhere To Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures

• Maintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirement.
• Practice universal precautions.
• Participates in orientation training and at least twelve (12) hours of in-service programs annually.
• Report defective equipment or other potential safety hazards promptly.
• Adhere to Nursing Department policies and procedures.

Communicate Effectively Orally and In Writing

• Report physical or behavioral changes in the resident, accidents/incidents immediately.
• Maintain and safeguard entrusted confidential information.
• Be flexible, receptive and adaptive to change.

Maintain Resident Unit and Nursing Work Areas in Clean, Orderly, and Safe Manner

• Use only approved items.
• Replace furniture to proper safe location.
• Handle equipment and supplies to avoid wastage or breakage.
• Use time effectively and efficiently.

Promote Positive Public Relations for the Facility

• Display courteous, cooperative, helpful manner with residents, visitors and other staff
• Represent the facility in a positive manner.

Perform Other Tasks as Required

• Assist other personnel when assignment completed.
• Know and follow existing lines of communication and authority.
• Other - as designated by Charge Nurse or Nursing Director.
• Assure that resident rights are maintained at all times, reporting suspected deviations to immediate supervisor.
• Customer Service -Respond to requests for service and assistance.
• InterpersonalSkills- Maintain confidentiality Written Communication - Edit work for spelling and grammar.
• Professionalism- Approach others in a tactful manner.
• Attendance/Punctuality- Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience:High School diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months’ related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. The ability to read/write comprehensive English and document observations. Must perform basic math. Employee must participate in orientation training, attend mandatory in-services and/or other department specified training in-services.
• Computer Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to use theCommunity’s computerized time clock system
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The ability to verbally communicate with residents, staff and general public in a manner that is understandable, must be honest, dependable and exhibit a warm, cheerful, caring manner. Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

  Will need to continuously stand and walk, squat, bend to floor, reach, twist, sit and potentially remain in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time. Must have eye/hand coordination sufficient to assist residents with ADL's, transfers, and ambulation. Must be able to clearly speak. Must deal calmly with multiple tasks, noises, and interruptions on a continuous basis. Must be able to hear normal sounds and voice patterns with constant background noise.

  Must be able to receive and follow verbal instructions. Must be able to respond to audible emergency signals, alarms, call lights and telephones. Must be able to smell smoke, spoiled food, incontinent residents, etc. Must be able to identify a resident within a reasonable distance (20 feet). Ability to identify colors for warning lights, signs and labels. Must be able to read regular/small size print.

  Must be able to remember multiple assignments over an extended period. Must be able to remember specific requests, ideas and concepts and relate them as necessary. Must be able to concentrate on details during constant interruptions.

  During emergencies and without the use of elevators, the employee must be able to report to assigned area within multi-floored facility and physically assist in resident transfers and evacuations.

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