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Resident Assistant

Job Details

JHCC-SNF - MILWAUKEE, WI

Description

Why our current Caregivers said they chose us: Competitive wages/shift differentials, friendly staff, no mandatory overtime, beautiful environment.

Openings: 

Kavod Terrace Location:

 

0.8 on 1st shift

1.0 on 2nd shift

 

*Need MEMORY CARE Experience


$2 Shift Differentials for PMs and Nights, and an additional $2 differential for weekend hours!

Benefits/Perks of the role include:

  • Ability to access your schedule online and pick up shifts from your cell phone
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program – invite your friends to apply.
  • 13 Jewish Holidays available to work for time and a half
  • 6 Traditional Holidays
  • Benefits will vary based upon full time/part time employee status.

 

Primary Purpose of Position: Under the supervision of the nursing team, the Resident Assistant performs direct resident care, assists with activities of daily living and provides a safe environment in which the residents live. 

Job Duties:

  • Works alone giving total care or assists residents with the following:  tub bath or shower, perineal care, dental, hair, nail, shaving, dressing and undressing, applications of make-up, hearing aids and eyeglasses.  Elimination needs providing for and changing protective padding, toileting by offering bed pan, urinal or taking to bathroom, Foley catheter care.  Ambulating, assisting with walkers, transferring with gait belt.
  • Answers all call lights promptly and pendants promptly
  • Encourages active participation of residents in meeting their needs by promoting individualized, restorative care, attending activities, council meetings, and family involvement.
  • Takes and records temperatures, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and weight.
  • Feeds and/or assists residents with meals, encourages the use of adaptive devices.
  • Encourages hydration and food intake that is nutritionally balanced.
  • Observes and reports pertinent information concerning changes in behavior or physical state of a resident to the charge nurse.
  • Explains all procedures to residents before carrying them out.
  • Receives assignments and instructions from the charge nurse and refers to resident care sheet for specific care needs.
  • Is aware of and demonstrates proper hand washing, isolation techniques, universal precautions, food handling, linen handling and cleanliness of resident areas.
  • Demonstrates prevention and intervention used in caring for the confused, wandering or combative resident.

 

Qualifications

  • CBRF certification
    • Fire Safety
    • Standard Precautions
    • First Aide and Choking
    • Medication Certification
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent customer service skills and ability to work in a team environment
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