Resident Assistant​/Certified Nursing Assistant; Eagle's Wings

The Resident Assistant is responsible for basic resident care provision and promotion of non‑acute quality care to the population of the community based residential facility (CBRF) as outlined in Individual Service Plan designed to meet the needs of our residents, and in a manner that follows accepted standards of practices, policies, procedures, and State Regulations. The Resident Assistant will follow all policies/procedures and nursing standards under the supervision of the RN, LPN, and CNA.

7.5 hour shifts Mon‑Fri, 2:30pm‑10:30pm, including every other weekend and holiday rotation.

• Accepts and completes personal hygiene and daily living needs in accordance to Resident Assistant registration and DHS‑83 regulations.
• Assists residents with medication administration including accuracy and documentation per DHS‑83 and Resident Assistant medication training.
• Obtains vital signs information including pulse, blood pressure, respirations, temperature, and pulse oximeter level.
• Assists with planning and implementation of person‑centered and purposeful activities.
• Provides nutritious snacks and adequate fluids to meet individual resident needs and maintain appropriate weight; reports any changes to CNA, Lead, Manager, or Director.
• Involves residents in cooking‑based and purposeful activity based on interests and capabilities.
• Provides input regarding planning and preparing meals for special events.
• Provides feeding assistance when needed; maintains sanitary condition within the kitchen and related practices.
• Communicates with other staff regarding their responsibility in the preparation and serving of meals.
• Professional communication skills with interdisciplinary team, family and resident regarding care of resident audibly, verbally and utilizing computer and written procedures.
• Observes residents for changes in behaviors, reactions, or health symptoms and reports to CNA, Manager, Manager on Call, or Director.
• Documents cares and actions by completing all necessary charting requirements.
• Utilizes a variety of technological devices and software effectively: computers, emails, and phone etiquette.
• Completes housekeeping, laundry and cooking duties as assigned; maintains a safe, functioning environment by keeping areas clean, organized and equipment in good repair.
• Ensures residents safety by promoting continuous improvement for quality and safety; demonstrates accurate use of safety devices, participates in post‑fall huddles and follows through on Individual Service Plan.
• Participates in hourly rounding program to ensure safety of the residents.
• Assists Senior Services leadership with identifying areas of improvement and implementation of change to provide high quality of care.
• Participates in educational opportunities provided by CBRF and MMC‑BD, maintaining 15 hours continuing education annually per DHS‑83 regulations.
• Understands and participates in disaster drill (fire, tornado, elopement) following the emergency plan of action.
• Accepts and completes all duties as assigned in accordance with certification, scope, and policies.
• Utilizes sound principles of body mechanics.
• Knows and follows policy and procedure of safety precautions.
• Knows and uses standard precautions: handwashing, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), appropriate linen and waste disposal.
• Regular attendance is required to carry out the essential functions of the position.
• Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain skills, knowledge and abilities.

• Demonstrates knowledge of regulation of reporting abuse, misconduct and misappropriation.
• Protects organization’s values by keeping resident information confidential.
• Demonstrate knowledge of regulation regarding Resident’s Rights.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education

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