Resident Assistant (RA)

Arcadia Care; Bushnell (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance (low‑

Company paid life insurance

Daily Pay

Paid vacations

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement for CNA/Nursing

Employee appreciation events

Birthday celebrations

Staff discounts

Telehealth

Job summary

Arcadia Care in Bushnell, IL seeks a Resident Assistant to provide nursing and personal care to residents under the supervision of the Wellness Director, safeguarding health and welfare.

The role covers 2nd and 3rd shifts (full-time and part-time options) with emphasis on safety, dignity, and compassionate support in daily activities. CPR certification required or obtained prior to working; ability to work independently and with staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be free from communicable diseases/Tuberculosis.
• Must have proof of Certification of Pulmonary Resuscitation or be willing to obtain prior to working independently in the facility.
• Must demonstrate the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must demonstrate the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must demonstrate the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of resident care areas and equipment for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assignments for resident care including bathing, dressing, grooming, and restorative nursing procedures.
• Report and record changes in resident conditions and needs.
• Be responsible for the well-being and nursing care of all residents assigned while on duty.
• Keep residents’ living areas clean and tidy.
• Ensure work areas are clean, safe, and properly stored while working and during breaks.

Skills

Independent work

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Resident Assistant (RA)

Available Shift(s):

Full-Time 2nd Shift - 3pm-11pm

Full-Time 3rdShift - 11pm-7am

Part-Time 2ndShift - 3pm-11pm

Part-Time 3rdShift - 11pm-7am

Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Assisted Living (AL) Resident/Tenant Assistant is to provide residents/tenants in the facility with nursing and personal care under the supervision of the Wellness Director, and to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of all residents/tenants of the facility, in accordance with the facility’s established policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations, and the directions your supervisors

Essential Functions

• Carry out assignments for resident/tenant care including (but not limited to): bathing, dressing, grooming, shaving, restorative nursing procedures, and retraining.




• Report and record any changes in resident/tenant conditions and needs, i.e., eating habits, behavior, temperature, etc.




• Be responsible for the well-being and nursing care of all residents/tenants assigned while on duty.




• Keep residents’/tenants’ bed, dresser, bathroom, and general living area clean and tidy.




• Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and free of hazardous conditions, i.e. spills, excess laundry carts, baskets, supplies, etc. and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored while working, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, mealtimes, and end of the workday.




• Maintain the confidentiality of resident/tenant information and honor his/her personal and property rights.




• Perform tasks as assigned in individual Service Plans.




• Follow facility policies and procedures.




• Perform other related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.




• Must be able to work independently.




• Must be free from communicable diseases/Tuberculosis.




• Must have proof of Certification of Pulmonary Resuscitation or be willing to obtain prior to working independently in the facility.




• Must demonstrate the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.




• Must demonstrate the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.




• Must demonstrate the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.




• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of resident care areas and equipment for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.

Benefits Offered:

• Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more




• $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance – at no cost to you




• Daily Pay - get your money when you want




• Paid Vacations - rolls over each year




• Paid Sick Time




• Paid Holidays




• Tuition Reimbursement – we will pay for CNA and Nursing School




• Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events




• Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations




• Full-time, Part-time, PRN available




• Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support & guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more




• Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you




• Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments




• Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers




• Time Off to Vote