Resident Care Assistant: CNA/ HHA/PCA Full Time Overnight Shift

Rogerson Communities; Norton (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in elder care is seeking a dedicated Resident Care Assistant for the overnight shift. In this vital role, you will support residents with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety during the night. Your responsibilities will include assisting with personal care, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to enhance residents' quality of life. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you care for while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are compassionate and thrive in a team setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• CNA certification is required; experience with elderly and Alzheimer’s preferred.
• Flexibility in scheduling and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, and mobility.
• Monitor vital signs and document care in record-keeping systems.

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Experience with elderly

Knowledge of Alzheimer's Disease

Flexibility in scheduling

Teamwork

Education

CNA certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Resident Care Assistant: CNA/ HHA/PCA Full Time Overnight Shift

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: CNAHH001468

Posted: April 15, 2025

Location: Daggett-Crandall Newcomb
55 Newland Street
Norton, MA 02766, USA

The primary responsibility of this position is to assist residents in Activities of Daily Living. This includes, but is not limited to, toileting, bathing, dressing, taking vital signs, and assessing residents’ need for additional medical attention. Certified Nursing Assistants will also provide residents with reminders and cueing to take medications, under the careful supervision of the Nursing Coordinator. Certified Nursing Assistants will also participate in the recreation program, under the supervision of the Recreation Director.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified HHA or PCA preferred
• A minimum of 2 years direct service experience with the elderly
• Knowledge of, and/or, 1 year of experience working with people with Alzheimer’s Disease and/or related disorders
• Sensitivity to issues of aging
• Ability to be flexible with scheduling and work assignments, as well as the ability to work as a team

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist residents with ADLs, including toileting, bathing, dressing, and feeding. Assist residents with ambulation as well as with mobility devices, including canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Perform any treatments, as required, including vital signs, weights, temperatures, skincare, and range of motion exercises.
• Help residents with medications under the careful supervision of the Nursing Coordinator. Cue residents and provide reminders to take medication.
• Document in, and refer to, all pertinent lists of record-keeping systems, i.e. diabetic list, toileting book, dietary needs book, daily communication book, and miscellaneous flow sheets.
• Assist multi-disciplinary team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of care plans for residents. Attend and contribute to care planning meetings as assigned.
• Escort residents to medical appointments within the RH and in the community, as needed.
• Maintain day-to-day cleanliness in residents’ rooms and bathrooms and assure tidiness in all accessible storage areas and common areas.
• Responsible for assuring that all needed supplies for resident care are in stock. Responsible for communicating with the Nursing Director when more ADL supplies are needed.
• Observe and report any unsanitary conditions, fire, or safety hazards. Inform Program Director of any faulty equipment needing replacement.
• Observe and immediately report any changes in the resident’s status to Nursing Coordinator and/or Program Director, including changes in physical and/or cognitive/emotional status.
• Responsible for supporting the Therapeutic Recreation Department by assisting in daily activities and special events as planned.
• Agree to work as assigned/must be flexible with hours. The RH is committed to providing the residents it serves with the highest quality of care.
• Work collaboratively with peers as a team.
• Maintain all certifications as required for employment.
• Assist Nursing Director and Program Director in training of new RH staff.
• Responsible for resident safety and well-being during the night shifts.
• Responsible for providing recreation programming for awake residents.
• Responsible for maintaining control of hand-held security phone.
• Responsible for documenting resident incidents/issues for communication to the day shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

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