Resident Care Associate

Viva Senior Living; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Senior Living in Carthage, MO is seeking a dedicated Resident Care Associate in the Nursing department to provide compassionate direct care to residents and contribute to continuity of care through effective communication with the Resident Care Director.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, English proficiency, adherence to attendance policies and facility procedures, and a genuine respect for residents' rights.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must adhere to attendance policies and resident rights.
• Ability to provide direct care and follow care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents and report changes to the Resident Care Director immediately.
• Assist residents with lifts, moves, and transports using proper body mechanics.
• Respond to inquiries from residents and visitors promptly and courteously.
• Support residents according to individualized care plans and observe needs.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Resident Care Associate

DEPARTMENT: Nursing

REPORTS TO: Resident Care Director

POSITION SUMMARY

• The essential functions of the job for the Resident Care Associate requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but is not limited to the following:
• Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state, and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.
• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED
• Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
• In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).

• Must adhere to Viva Senior Living's attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loves ones.
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Provide direct care to residents and contribute to continuity of care and effective communication by reporting care provided and changes in the resident's condition to the Resident Care Director immediately. May participate in routine activities of resident's care activities, including daily living.
• Assisting residents with lifts, moves, and transports, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention.
• Responds to inquiries relating to requests from residents, visitors, and other personnel promptly and courteously within given time frames and established policy.
• Is knowledgeable of the individualized care plan for residents and provides support to the residents according to their care plan. Contributes to the care planning process by providing the charge nurse or other care planning staff with specific information and observations of the residents' needs and preferences.