Resident Care Associate (PCA or CNA)

Commonwealth Senior Living; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living in Chesapeake, VA seeks a compassionate Resident Care Associate to support residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care. You will assist with daily tasks, follow care plans, document services, and help maintain residents’ dignity and quality of life.

We offer full- or part-time shifts (7am–3pm, 3pm–11pm, 11pm–7am) with every-other-weekend requirements. CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain is preferred; direct-care certification or willingness to obtain

Qualifications

• Compassionate disposition and desire to serve
• Ability to meet physical and emotional needs of residents
• Direct-Care or other state-specific certification required, or willingness to obtain
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
• Upholds resident confidentiality
• Flexible availability, including weekends
• Sincere compassion and concern for seniors/families
• Proficient with basic office equipment/computers
• Aligns with Commonwealth Senior Living's mission

Responsibilities

• Directly assist residents with daily tasks and maintain communication with the Resident Care Director
• Aid residents with mobility using proper techniques to prevent accidents
• Perform routine resident care rounds per care plans
• Assist with lifts/moves/transport using proper body mechanics
• Maintain residents' skin integrity and manage continence care
• Document daily care activities per policy and regulatory standards
• Report resident issues to the supervising staff promptly
• Respond to inquiries from residents, visitors, staff adhering to policies
• Familiarize with individualized care plans and provide support accordingly
• Share insights to the care planning process based on observations
• Interact respectfully with residents, families, visitors, peers, and supervisors
• Provide physical, emotional, and psychosocial support to residents and families
• Respect residents' rights and report any abuse or rights violations
• Implement safety and infection control procedures including hand hygiene
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to safety protocols
• Attend required training and staff meetings
• Maintain regular communication with the Resident Care Director
• Fulfill other duties as assigned

Skills

Compassionate disposition

Resident care

Certification readiness

CPR & First Aid

Confidentiality

Weekend availability

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Company values alignment

Job description

• Full-time or Part-time, 7am to 3pm; Every other weekend is required.
• Full-time or Part-time 3pm to 11pm; Every other weekend is required.
• Full-time or Part-time 11pm to 7am; Every other weekend is required.

Pay range: $15.50 - $20 per hour.

Position details:

• Full-time or Part-time, 7am to 3pm; Every other weekend is required.
• Full-time or Part-time 3pm to 11pm; Every other weekend is required.
• Full-time or Part-time 11pm to 7am; Every other weekend is required.

The Resident Care Associate (RCA) embodies a genuine commitment to assisting seniors, providing essential support within our community. This role entails aiding residents in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care with their daily activities, implementing individual care plans, documenting services provided, and fostering an environment where residents can maintain their dignity and quality of life. Through patience, empathy, and teamwork, the RCA contributes to enhancing the well-being of our seniors. The Resident Care Associate is a Culture Ambassador who will model the core values of the company, leading by example, and ensure all team members exemplify the core values of the company.

• We Care About People
• We Do the Right Thing
• We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
• We Speak Up! It's Our Responsibility
• We Take Ownership and Add Value
• We are Respectful

Qualifications

• Compassionate disposition and a desire to serve; prior experience not required.
• Ability to fulfill both the physical and emotional needs of residents.
• Direct-Care or other state specific certification required, or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain according to company policy.
• Upholds resident confidentiality.
• Flexible availability, including weekends, to ensure resident care and services.
• Demonstrates sincere compassion and genuine concern for the well-being of seniors and their families.
• Proficient in using basic office equipment, including personal computers, to maintain high job performance.
• Aligns with Commonwealth Senior Living's mission of improving the lives of seniors, their families, and each other.

Primary Responsibilities

• Directly assist residents with daily tasks, maintaining communication with the Resident Care Director regarding care provision and resident condition changes.
• Aid residents with mobility, utilizing proper techniques and equipment to prevent accidents.
• Make routine resident care rounds to ensure the needs of each resident are being met in accordance with their individualized care plan.
• Assist with lifts, moves, and transport, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention.
• Performs care that maintains each resident’s skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears and other damage by changing incontinent residents.
• Document daily care activities in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards.
• Report any resident issues or concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• Respond promptly and courteously to inquiries from residents, visitors, and staff, adhering to established policies.
• Familiarize oneself with residents' individualized care plans and provide support accordingly.
• Contribute insights to the care planning process by sharing observations of residents' needs and preferences.
• Interact respectfully and effectively with residents, families, visitors, peers, and supervisors to foster a homelike environment.
• Offer physical, emotional, and psychosocial support to residents and their families.
• Adhere to residents' rights, promptly reporting any incidents or evidence of abuse or rights violations.
• Implement safety and infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene and care techniques to prevent skin damage.
• Maintain a safe working environment through accident prevention and adherence to safety protocols.
• Attend all required training sessions, in-service programs, and staff meetings.
• Maintain regular community with the Resident Care Director.
• Fulfill any other duties as assigned.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The RCA must be capable of lifting, stooping, carrying, turning, and assisting high-risk residents, as well as operating medication carts. They must also be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, maintaining continuous movement throughout work hours. The ability to lift and/or carry 50 to 75 pounds is necessary. This position carries a medium risk of exposure to COVID-19 due to direct care provision to potentially positive resident.