Resident Assistant - (Non-Certified) - Franke - PRN

Lutheran Homes of South Carolina, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Homes of South Carolina, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Resident Assistant to provide direct care for residents in a healthcare setting. You will support ADLs, monitor health needs, assist with meals, and help maintain a safe, respectful environment for residents and families.

The role requires compassion, strong communication, and adherence to privacy regulations. Weekend, holiday, and overtime availability may be required to meet resident needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or residential care preferred.
• Strong ability to assist with ADLs and provide compassionate, resident-centered care; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents according to individual care plans and assist with ADLs.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly rooms and common areas; perform laundry as needed.
• Document care provided, monitor vital signs, and report changes to nursing staff.
• Assist with meals and hydration; ensure proper food temperatures and labeling.
• Follow infection control guidelines and HIPAA regulations; participate in training.
• Perform other duties as assigned; may require weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Skills

ADL assistance

Communication

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title: Resident Assistant
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Responsibilities:

• - Resident Care and ADLs (40%)
• Provide direct care to residents according to individual care plans.
• - Assist residents with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, and other ADLs, while promoting independence whenever possible.
• Take and record residents' temperature, pulse, respirations, weight, and blood pressure as per facility policy.
• Assist in resident mobility and transfers using proper techniques and equipment, such as gait belts, wheelchairs, and walkers.
• Provide exceptional customer service and high-quality care by showing compassion and empathy towards residents and their families
• Assist with end-of-life care, post-mortem care, and resident transfers following discharge or death.
• - Environmental Care and Safety (15%)
• Ensure residents' rooms and common areas are clean, safe, and orderly, including wiping surfaces, straightening drawers, and organizing spaces.
• Perform laundry duties as needed, including washing residents' personal items and facility linens.
• Report environmental issues such as equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Monitor for fire or safety hazards and maintain a safe and pleasant environment for residents and staff.
• - Resident Monitoring and Documentation (15%)
• Observe and report changes in residents' physical and mental conditions to nursing staff promptly.
• Document care provided, including ADLs, food and fluid intake, vital signs, and any changes in resident status, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.
• Make rounds every two (2) hours and answer call lights promptly.
• - Meal Assistance and Hydration (10%)
• Assist with serving and cleaning up meals, feeding residents as needed, and ensuring proper hydration by passing ice and water.
• Maintain regulatory compliance by checking food temperatures and ensuring proper labeling and storage in refrigerators.
• - Compliance and Training (10%)
• Follow infection control guidelines to minimize the spread of illness and protect residents and staff.
• Adhere to all privacy regulations under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Attend all meetings and complete in-services and mandatory training.
• - Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• - Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• - Experience: Experience in a skilled nursing or residential care facility preferred.
• - Skills: Strong ability to assist with ADLs and provide compassionate, resident-centered care. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with residents, families, and staff.

Physical Requirements:

• - Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and turn, move, and transport patients.
• - Capacity to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• - Ability to perform repetitive tasks and physical activities, such as bending, kneeling, and reaching.

Work is performed in a healthcare setting with potential exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and chemicals.

• - Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.