The Normandy Lakeside Assisted Living Job Title:

RCA or Resident Care Assistant Reports to:

Nursing Team, Care Coordinator Job Types:

Full-time or Part-time Pay:

Starting at $18.00 per hr

COVID-19

considerations:

Shifts Available:

Purpose of Position:

The primary purpose of your position is to provide compassionate routine care and related services in accordance with our established policies and procedures under the Shift Supervisor, nurse on duty, and the Care Coordinator. It is expected that all care provided will be the highest degree of quality resident care that can be maintained.

Expectations:

Must wear name tag & the assigned Teal color Scrubs. Layering clothing underneath or on top of the uniform, is to only be solid black color. Scrub jacket in Teal or Black are acceptable, no sweatshirts, hoodies or other sweaters are allowed. Shoes are to be black in color with as little other colors on them as possible. Hair is to be a natural color All tattoos are to be covered while in the building Uphold the resident bill of rights Maintain privacy and confidentiality Address residents by their preferred name Knock on doors prior to entering room and ask permission to enter Explain all procedures to the resident and obtain permission as able prior to care or delivery of services Comply with established guidelines and policies regarding resident abuse reporting Maintain infection control standards Maintain compliance with documentation Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal emphasis, teamwork and positive interaction with all residents, coworkers and visitors.

Treat residents, coworkers and visitors with dignity and respect. Report all incidents and accidents to the nursing teamleader immediately regardless of how minor Report all hazardous conditions immediately Must be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language fluently Must follow the chain of command Attend and participate in all available in-service and educational programs Maintain open communication with nurse teamleaders as immediate supervisor, nursing supervisors, department head and other departments Follow facility established safety guidelines Maintain compliance with all facility rules, policies and procedures Listed below is an outline of the major job duties that you are expected to perform on a daily basis.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive.

While most of the assigned job duties apply to assigned residents, it is expected that you will have the initiative to provide the same assistance to other residents as needed, even if not assigned to your care. Report on time for your scheduled shift Receive assignment and verbal report Perform all job duties in accordance with our established policies and procedures, safety rules and regulatory requirements Perform all job duties as assigned each day Verification of resident and introduction of self prior to any administered care or service

MEALS, INTAKE & OUTPUT

Assist resident to prepare for each meal. Positioning as needed. Arrive to dining areas on time and assist with the distribution of meal trays Assist in meal preparation (garment protection, tray set-up, condiments, open-cut-pour, verbal cues, supervision) Hands-on assistance and feeding of residents during meal as needed and assigned After meal care (Cleansing hands, face and changing clothing as needed), removal and collection of tray, recording of intake Provide necessary assistance for residents on the walk to dine program Assist in the transfer of residents form wheelchairs to dining chairs when appropriate Follow any diet restrictions as ordered Pass fresh ice water at the start of each shift on your assignment and with each meal Maintain a respectful, quiet noise level in the dining areas. ADL's Assist resident's in performing daily personal hygiene and quality of life needs, i.e. bathing, dressing/undressing, etc. Complete bed baths for all assigned residents every morning and additionally as needed. Whirlpool baths or showers according to bath schedule and as assigned. Shampoo hair unless otherwise directed, on the assigned bath day. Alert nurse or shift supervisor when bath is complete so the nurse can do a skin assessment Oral and denture care (every a.m. and p.m.; dentures out to soak at night) Shaving daily during care (male and female, if needed) Care and application of hearing aides Appropriate and timely disposal of soiled line and briefs Nail care daily as needed for those residents who are not diabetic (Use nail brush to clean when needed) Dress residents neatly and in their own clothing, assisting them as needed, ensuring that the resident changes their clothes daily and clothing is put in their hamper at the end of the day. Comb and brush resident's hair every morning

CONTINENCY

Assist resident to and from the bathroom as needed. Offer urinal or bedside commode when appropriate. Clean and store equipment appropriately after each use Peri-care and incontinence care as needed Record output and bowel elimination within one hour of the completion of your shift, when requested. Appropriate use of protective garments Change bed linens and clothing as needed Compliance with established bowel and bladder policy and resident specific programs Foley catheter care every shift, proper position of tubing and Foley bag covering Monitor bowel and bladder function, reporting any changes or abnormalities to the nurse on duty.

MISCELLANEOUS

Monitor skin integrity and report any changes or concerns to your immediate supervisor Make beds and change bed linens, clean bedside tables, nightstands and resident rooms daily to assist in maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment. Transport/escort and/or assist residents to and from dining areas, therapy, activities, beauty shop, etc. Turn and reposition all residents on a turn schedule at least every two hours Reality orientation when appropriate and necessary Keep hallways, resident rooms, bathrooms and tub rooms free of excess clutter Position call lights within the resident's reach whenever in their room Answer all call lights in a timely fashion Respond to all alarms immediately Assist coworkers in providing care, transfers or use of equipment as needed Dispose of contaminants promptly and properly See Assignment Sheet checklist for additional, more specific job duties. Additional job duties under the direction of the shift supervisor or nurse on duty. __________________________________________________________________________________________' '

Work Location:

One location

Work Remotely No Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Caregiving:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) State Tested Nursing Assistant (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person