Residential Aide

Prime Healthcare; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Auburn, Maine, is seeking a part-time Residential Aide for the Long Term Care department. The role includes assisting with daily living activities, basic nursing care for non-critical patients, and maintaining safety under registered nurse supervision. Candidates must obtain relevant certifications within specified timeframes and have prior experience preferred.

This position is focused on providing high-quality care in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must obtain RCS-I or PSS certification within 120 days.
• Must be on the state registry within 120 days.
• Must maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Provide basic nursing care to non-critical patients.
• Maintain a safe environment under RN supervision.

Skills

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Basic nursing care

Experience in acute care

Education

Residential Care Specialist 1 (RCS-I) Certification

Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Certification

Current BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Department: Long Term Care

Schedule: Part Time, 20 Hours, Night Shift

Facility: Bolster Heights

Location: 26 Bolster Street Auburn, Maine

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

Responsibilities

The Residential Aide assists with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-critical patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Qualifications

• Residential Care Specialist 1 (RCS-I) or Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Certification required within 120 calendar days.
• Placed on state registry within 120 calendar days.
• Current BLS within 60 days and maintain current.
• Possess knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital, assisted living facility, or physician’s office, preferred.

Employment Status

Part Time < 60

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf