Resident Assistant - PRN

EverTrue; Topton (Berks County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

EverTrue seeks a part-time Resident Assistant - PRN to provide compassionate support to older adults, ensuring they maintain their highest level of functioning. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and previous care experience. Join a community where your contributions make a daily impact.

Qualifications

• Previous resident/patient care experience preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Basic computer skills for data retrieval and entry.

Responsibilities

• Provides supportive and functional care to residents.
• Maintains the appropriate resident care environment.
• Documents residents’ vital signs and assists with daily activities.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day. Provides supportive and functional care to residents with routine daily care in accordance with our established community care procedures and as may be directed by nursing leadership; Works collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team with a focus on maintaining the resident as the director of their own care. Supports residents in attaining and/or maintaining their highest practicable level of functioning by providing and/or assisting residents with personal care and performance of all routine activities of daily living. Provides care and services in accordance to current standards of practice as defined by training standards and EverTrue Clinical Policies and Procedures. Maintains the appropriate resident care environment and responds to resident requests for assistance in a timely manner. Follows all safety procedures and protocol as dictated by EverTrue policy, federal and state regulations and standard nursing practice and reports all hazardous conditions, defective equipment and accidents or incidents to their nursing leader immediately. Performs and provides proper resident observations and record keeping; Functions as the resident’s advocate, participates in care planning and communicates to their nursing leader and interdisciplinary team any changes observed. May be instructed to assist and escort residents to/from dining room and in-house activities; monitor residents in the dining room at mealtimes. May be assigned the responsibility of documenting residents’ vital signs including blood pressure, temperature respiration, weight checks, and other pertinent information. If working in the state of Pennsylvania, may be assigned to serve as the administrator designee (if aged 21 years or older) in the absence of the “Personal Care Administrator” or PC/AL Clinical director; Evaluates immediate circumstances and contacts highest level of authority to discuss next steps. Previous resident/patient care experience preferred. If working in Pennsylvania, a High School diploma, GED, or active registry status on the PA state nurse aide registry is required. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations. Basic computer skills, limited to retrieving data and data entry. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must have patience and be willing and able to demonstrate professional behavior in interactions with difficult situations or individuals, including residents and resident families. Physical activities, demands, and working conditions include standing, walking, using hands, talking, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, tasting, smelling, lifting up to 50 lbs., and pushing/pulling 45 lbs. Work environment includes well-lighted and ventilated area with temperature control, exposure to emotionally upset residents or family members, willingness to work beyond normal hours including weekends and holidays, exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, infectious waste, diseases including AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within standard precautions. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. This job description does not state or imply the only duties to be performed; employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other duties as requested, subject to applicable laws and standards.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

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