Resident Services Assistant

Meadowview Nursing Center; Cook Springs (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Meadowview Nursing Center in Pell City, AL seeks a Resident Services Assistant to support admissions, discharge planning, and family communication. You will help gather resident information, coordinate appointments, and assist in social services assessments to ensure smooth transitions of care.

The role emphasizes organized, compassionate service and collaboration with nurses, therapists, and the Resident Services Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or elder care is a plus.
• Strong organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Services Coordinator with processing admission paperwork and meeting with residents and families to gather required information.
• Help complete and document social services assessments, including follow-up throughout a resident's stay.
• Support discharge planning by helping coordinate paperwork, services, resources, and communication with residents and families.
• Schedule and manage resident appointments, including communicating appointment details and coordinating transportation as needed.
• Work with nurses, therapists, and other team members to address resident needs and support smooth transitions of care.
• Participate in care conferences and help follow up on resident and family questions or concerns.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with facility policies and applicable requirements.
• Advocate for residents' rights, preferences, and dignity in every interaction.
• Keep the Resident Services Coordinator informed of upcoming appointments, discharge needs, incomplete paperwork, and concerns requiring follow-up.

Job description

Join Our Compassionate Team at Meadowview Nursing Center as a Resident Services Assistant!

Located at 7300 Old Highway 78 East, Pell City, AL 35128, Meadowview Nursing Center is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our residents. We are seeking a Resident Services Assistant to support our Resident Services Coordinator and help residents and families navigate admissions, appointments, and discharge planning.

As a Resident Services Assistant, you will play a vital role in keeping important details organized while providing residents and families with a welcoming, helpful point of contact.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Resident Services Coordinator with processing admission paperwork and meeting with residents and families to gather required information.
• Help complete and document social services assessments, including follow-up throughout a resident's stay.
• Support discharge planning by helping coordinate paperwork, services, resources, and communication with residents and families.
• Schedule and manage resident appointments, including communicating appointment details and coordinating transportation as needed.
• Work with nurses, therapists, and other team members to address resident needs and support smooth transitions of care.
• Participate in care conferences and help follow up on resident and family questions or concerns.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with facility policies and applicable requirements.
• Advocate for residents' rights, preferences, and dignity in every interaction.
• Keep the Resident Services Coordinator informed of upcoming appointments, discharge needs, incomplete paperwork, and concerns requiring follow-up.

Benefits:

Meadowview Nursing Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.

If you are organized, compassionate, and enjoy helping residents and families through important transitions, we invite you to apply for the Resident Services Assistant position at Meadowview Nursing Center. Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred but not required.

Join us in creating a supportive environment where residents feel heard, families feel informed, and the details of their care are handled with attention and respect.

Background Checks:

As part of the employment process, all candidates may be subject to a background check. This check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and reference checks. The information obtained through these background checks will be used solely to evaluate your suitability for employment. Any discrepancies or false information provided may result in disqualification from consideration or termination if already employed. By applying for employment, you consent to the background check process as outlined above.

Drug Screening:

This organization is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. All candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to undergo drug screening. Drug screening may include testing for illegal substances and certain prescription medications that may impair job performance or safety. Refusal to undergo drug screening or testing positive for prohibited substances may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action, up to and including termination. By applying for employment, you consent to the drug screening process as outlined above.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:

This organization does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person based on race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission to, participation in, or receipt of services and benefits of its activities or in employment. This policy applies whether carried out directly by the organization or through a contractor or other entity.

This statement complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (45 C.F.R. Part 80), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (45 C.F.R. Part 84), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (45 C.F.R. Part 91).

Confidentiality:

All information obtained through the background check and drug screening process will be kept confidential and used solely to evaluate qualifications for employment.

Legal Compliance:

Please note that the background check and drug screening policies may be subject to additional requirements or variations based on local, state, or federal laws.

Disclaimer:

This statement is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract of employment. Policies and procedures regarding background checks and drug screenings may vary by jurisdiction and are subject to change at the discretion of the organization.