Resident Assistant - Caregiver

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care facility in Tennessee is seeking a Resident Assistant - Caregiver to provide quality assistance to residents. The role involves helping residents meet their daily needs and encouraging participation in activities while maintaining their dignity. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and have compassion for the elderly. Experience in caregiving is preferred and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in a caregiving role preferred.
• Ability to follow individual service plans and report changes in resident conditions.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and body mechanics for lifting.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance to residents.
• Assist with physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Document and report changes in residents' conditions.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to assist with daily living activities

Job description

Resident Assistant - Caregiver (Healthcare)

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the residence philosophy and policies, and resident rights.
• Assist residents in meeting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Adhere to each resident's individual service plan; notify the Resident Services Director and Wellness Nurse of any changes in the resident's condition.
• Answer and respond immediately to resident calls.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
• Check on residents every two hours and document and report findings.
• Assist with resident activities; encourage and assist residents to participate in activities.
• Encourage residents to attend meals in the dining room; escort residents to and from the dining room; assist with serving meals and with meals in ways that meet individual needs and desires; observe and report changes in appetite and ability to eat and drink.
• Assist with cleaning the dining room after meal service as assigned.
• Assist with cleaning and tidying residents' rooms/apartments.
• Assist with residents' personal laundry as needed.
• Establish and maintain good relationships with residents and their families.
• Dispose of all incontinent products according to OSHA regulations and residence policy.
• Practice proper body mechanics when lifting and follow safety guidelines according to residence policies and procedures.
• Respond to resident emergencies following proper residence policy and procedure.
• Offer choices, maintain dignity, and promote individuality for all residents.
• Protect and maintain resident rights.
• Encourage and support resident independence.
• Carry out all duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Communications

• The Resident Assistant / Caregiver will attend all regular staff meetings and required training sessions.
• Effectively communicate information pertaining to the residents on a "need to know" basis to other team members according to the residence policies and procedures.
• Notify your supervisor or the wellness nurse if you observe a change in a resident's condition.
• Respond to on-the-job injuries in accordance with the community's policies and procedures.
• Notify your supervisor of any concerns or questions presented by the residents' family members.