Resident Care Partner – Senior Living

HarborChase of Madison; Madison (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HarborChase of Madison in Madison, CT, is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to assist residents with daily living activities while preserving their dignity and respect. You will provide ADL support, respond promptly to calls, monitor residents every two hours, help with meals and dining room setup, assist with laundry and room upkeep, and communicate with families and the care team.

A high school diploma and CNA certification are preferred; prior senior care experience is

Qualifications

• Must have a high school education.
• Non-Certification with proper training, or possession of valid state certification as C.N.A.
• 1–3 years experience in a senior care community or nursing home environment preferred.
• Has a good understanding of how Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease can affect behavior.
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts.
• Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens.

Responsibilities

• Provides residents assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Assists residents in meeting physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
• Answers and responds to resident calls in a timely manner.
• Assists residents with ADL and related activities.
• Checks residents every two hours and reports findings.
• Completes assignment sheets daily.
• Encourages residents to attend meals in the dining room and escorts them.
• Assists with meals and dining room setup to meet individual needs.
• Assists with cleaning and tidying resident rooms and dining areas.
• Assists with resident personal laundry as directed.
• Maintains good relationships with residents and families.
• Follows safety guidelines for body mechanics and lifting.
• Responds to resident emergencies.
• Works assigned schedule and clocks in/out as required.
• Follows uniforms and name badge policy.

Skills

Effective communication

Senior care experience

Dementia understanding

Passion for seniors

Teamwork

Education

High school education

Job description

HarborChase of Madison in Madison, CT, is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to assist residents with daily living activities while preserving their dignity and respect. You will provide ADL support, respond promptly to calls, monitor residents every two hours, help with meals and dining room setup, assist with laundry and room upkeep, and communicate with families and the care team.

A high school diploma and CNA certification are preferred; prior senior care experience is