Resident Care Aide (must be a Home Health Aide or C.N.A. to apply!)

Come join our team!  We are a locally owned Assisted Living community in beautiful Ellington.  You must be 18 years old to apply and have either a Home Health Aide certificate or an active C.N.A. license.  We are looking for Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem positions.  We offer competitive wages and benefits-apply today!

We are looking for a Resident Care Aide to join our growing team!

Benefits

• PTO
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Paid Holidays/Floating Holiday
• Pet Health Insurance Programs
• Employee Assistance Plans
• Retirement Account Assistance
• Employee Appreciation Programs

Responsibilities:

• Report to the Resident Care Director and Wellness Nurse
• Provide personal care services for residents in a professional, caring, and efficient manner and in accordance with state guidelines
• Document all care appropriately 
• Review and prepare shift change logs at the beginning and end of each shift, as well as orally summarize pertinent information for aides coming on duty
• Inform a licensed nurse of any changes in the resident’s condition or needs
• Answer emergency call system and respond appropriately
• Report all incidents to a licensed nurse and in-coming staff
• Follow proper procedures for the Self-Administered Medication Management system 
• Assess capabilities to determine needs for additional assistance
• Assist with housekeeping duties, including resident laundry according to schedule or as needed.
• Perform dining room duties and assist with the serving of residents
• Assist relatives, guests, and visitors, as needed
• Assist with activities programs
• Maintain a positive, professional calm, image, and environment
• Take a team approach to performing duties
• Complete all required annual in-service training
• Adhere to all OSHA regulations and safety procedures when bending, lifting, and using equipment

Requirements:

• Must be currently certified as a nursing assistant or have successfully completed the certified home health aide program.
• Must understand the physical and emotional needs of elders, enjoy working with them, show understanding and patience and perform duties required to enhance the resident’s environment and quality of life.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.