Resident Assistant (RA)

Elk Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Montrose, CO is seeking a compassionate Resident Care Assistant to support residents with daily living activities, monitor health, document observations, and respond to emergencies while maintaining safety and dignity. Work closely with memory care and wellness teams, follow care plans, and maintain infection control standards.

A high school diploma or GED and 6 months of senior living experience are preferred; CPR/First Aid certification is

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and observation skills.
• Ability to follow care plans and document resident information.
• Strong interpersonal skills with residents and family members.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as grooming, bathing and dressing, as requested by residents or directed by supervisor.
• Attends to the personal care needs of residents in a timely manner.
• Regularly review, follow, and adhere to residents' service plans.
• Document and report care provided and resident observations.
• Perform vital signs and heights and weights.
• Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner.
• Monitors the safety and well-being of residents.
• Reports changes in resident status, health or otherwise to supervisor.
• Demonstrate knowledge of infection control and universal precautions.
• Provide information, encourage, and participate with residents in activity focused programs.
• May be asked to provide assistance to residents in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care.

Skills

Detail oriented

Multitask

Communication

People skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Resident Care Duties

• Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as grooming, bathing and dressing, as requested by residents or directed by supervisor.
• Attends to the personal care needs of residents in a timely manner.
• Regularly review, follow, and adhere to residents' service plans.
• Document and report care provided and resident observations.
• Perform vital signs and heights and weights.
• Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner.
• Monitors the safety and well-being of residents.
• Reports changes in resident status, health or otherwise to supervisor.
• Demonstrate knowledge of infection control and universal precautions.
• Provide information, encourage, and participate with residents in activity focused programs.
• May be asked to provide assistance to residents in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care.

Relationship Duties

• Deal tactfully when personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interaction with co-workers, residents, families, and visitors.
• Relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the community.

Department Duties

• Attends, participates and contributes to monthly staff meetings addressing resident, departmental and community needs.
• Responsible for cleaning common areas, occupied and vacant apartments, and perform laundry services in accordance with Community policies and procedures.
• Not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Talent

Executing

• Detail oriented and follow through
• Prioritize and multitask priorities

Relationship Building

• Works well with residents, staff, family and others
• Build relationships with all types of people
• Have a caring attitude and sincere interest in others

Influencing

• Communicates clearly and effectively

Strategic Thinking

• Curiosity and desire to learn

Skills & Knowledge

• Effectively communicate in the English language and follow written and verbal instructions.
• High School diploma or GED (preferred).

Experience

• 6-months experience in a senior living community (preferred)

License/Certifications

• Valid Adult Basic First Aid and CPR Certification (preferred).

Physical Demands

Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must be able to push, pull, move, and /or lift a minimum of 25# to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Work Environment

• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.
• Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
• Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., through out the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Other

• Classification non-exempt.
• Reports to: Director of Assisted Living, Director of Memory Care, or Director of Wellness.
• Department: Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Wellness.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this Community.
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.