Senior Care Aide (CNA/PCA) — Compassionate, Flexible Role

Commonwealth Senior Living; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living in Christiansburg, VA is seeking a dedicated Resident Care Associate (RCA) to assist residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care, support daily activities, and help implement personalized care plans. The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and upholding residents’ dignity and quality of life.

The RCA will document care, participate in care rounds, assist with transfers, and contribute to a homelike environment while adhering to safety protocols and confidentiality

Qualifications

• Compassionate disposition and a desire to serve; prior experience not required.
• Ability to fulfill both the physical and emotional needs of residents.
• 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.

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.

Education

Direct-care certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living in Christiansburg, VA is seeking a dedicated Resident Care Associate (RCA) to assist residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care, support daily activities, and help implement personalized care plans. The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and upholding residents’ dignity and quality of life.

The RCA will document care, participate in care rounds, assist with transfers, and contribute to a homelike environment while adhering to safety protocols and confidentiality