LNA​/Experienced Caregiver Nights

LNA/Experienced Caregiver Full Time Nights

The Arbors of Shelburne is looking for full‑time LNAs or Experienced Caregivers to join our night shift team. Make up to $26.50/hr with shift differentials and incentives. We seek a compassionate individual to deliver care to residents within a warm, comfortable, and home‑like environment.

Resident Care Associate
Department:
Resident Care

TCD/RCD/RSD/MMD/DON

Non‑Exempt

7109 Harbor; 7010 Trad; 7210 SNF

The Resident Care Associate provides the service and care required to each resident in a timely and efficient manner.

• Provides ongoing supervision of residents’ health‑related activities, complies with healthcare instructions, and seeks medical attention promptly.
• Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Reports resident condition changes, especially when more time is needed to deliver care.
• Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (bathing, grooming, hygiene, dressing, toileting, mobility/transfers, dining).
• Participates in functional evaluation and service plan reviews.
• Removes, launders, folds, and returns resident linens and personal laundry.
• Serves residents food as directed, including feeding skills, if regulations permit.
• Receives and gives shift report orally and/or in written log.
• Effectively handles resident behavioral expressions.
• Reacts calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ensures resident information is communicated through the report process and calendar (appointments, outings, etc.).
• Maintains accurate documentation and record‑keeping.
• Checks all residents daily for cleanliness, appropriate clothing, and continence issues.
• Uses proper sanitary procedures to wipe tables and mop dining areas after meals.
• Monitors resident rooms daily for cleanliness and neatness; double checks high‑risk rooms.
• Communicates and documents residents’ material needs.
• Measures and records vital signs as required by state regulations.
• Accurately reports residents’ status.
• Assesses resident safety/risk proactively.
• Communicates with residents, families, and friends.
• Completes incident reports before shift end.
• Participates in daily programs and recreational activities with Programming staff.
• Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system usage.
• Serves as mentor to new Resident Care Associates.
• Engages in special projects or assignments as delegated.

• Current certification as a nursing assistant or completion of a certified home health aide or homemaker/personal care training program.
• In Rhode Island, all Resident Care Associates must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• High School education is preferred.

• Proficient reading and understanding of a Resident Care Service Plan or assignment.
• Understanding of advanced directives and end‑of‑life care.
• Knowledge of nursing function in assisted living, memory care, and/or skilled nursing.
• Understanding of quality of care and life objectives.
• Familiarity with Resident Care Standards and Practices.
• Knowledge of Benchmark Standards and Practices.
• Knowledge of state regulations pertaining to the role.
• Understanding of policies in the Resident Handbook.
• Current First Aid and Heimlich certification, if required by state regulation.

The principal duties and responsibilities are listed in the formal job description. This section summarizes the physical demands of the position.

Benchmark is committed to workplace safety. Report any safety concerns promptly. Signature statements: ______________________________ I have read this job description and understand the duties and responsibilities of the position of Resident Care Associate. I further understand that it is my responsibility to perform my duties consistent with the highest standards of Benchmark Senior Living. ______________________________ Employee Signature Date ______________________________ Supervisor’s Signature Date