CNA Job at Commonwealth Senior Living in Bon Air

Overview

Resident Care Associate (RCA) role in a senior living community, providing daily living support to residents in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care. The RCA embodies a culture of care, upholding the company values and ensuring residents maintain dignity and quality of life.

Base pay range: $17.00/hr - $17.50/hr. This range is provided by Commonwealth Senior Living. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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When: Every Wednesday from 10am-12pm

Location: 1000 Twinridge Ln. Bon Air, VA

Shift: Full-time & Part-time available for 2nd & 3rd shift

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.
• Perform 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 communication with the Resident Care Director.
• Fulfill any other duties as assigned.

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.

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.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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