Salary : $39,665.60 Annually
Location : Monroe, WI
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2021-00282
Department : Pleasant View Nursing Home
Opening Date : 12 / 20 / 2024
Description / Summary
The purpose of the Resident Assistant-Dementia is to care for and supervise residents with distressing dementia-related symptoms in the Dementia Stabilization Unit.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Complete the duties and responsibilities as assigned, following the individualized care plan that is located in each resident room as well as in the resident charts.
These services include : oral care, denture care, hair care, bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, nail care, skin care, toileting, serving meals, serving nutritional supplements, positioning in bed, positioning in wheelchair.
Monitor that residents have the assistive devices needed for safety including monitoring of safe transfer and ambulation techniques.Assist ambulatory residents moving around. Transfer non-ambulatory, non-weight bearing residents. Re-position residents.Use mechanical devices for resident transfers (E-Z Lift, E-Z Stand, Hoyer, etc...).Assist with meals according to the needs of each resident. Be available to assist with the serving of the meal as well as clean up after the meal. Offer dietary supplements following the care plan. PM Shift will offer meal nourishment prior to bedtime.Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
Assist with telephone or video calls, mail, or other correspondence.Change bed linens. Adjust beds. Keep the resident room clean and neat.Keep the supply room, the kitchenette, the shower room, the clean and soiled utility room and day rooms neat and clean.Laundry.Transport residents to and from dentist, podiatrist, beauty shop, and on / off unit recreational activities.Medication Assistance
Assist resident with administration of medications, including monitoring of medication supplies and documentation.Demonstrate competence in administering medications and treatments to the RN delegating the task.Health Maintenance and Monitoring Tasks .
Report changes in resident behavior or condition to unit nurse / Manager immediately.Record residents' vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, weight as directed; taking the vitals within the assigned timeframe.Record treatment, food input, bowel movements and other nursing tasks and resident information.Document events, behaviors, or resident actions as noted in a behavior support plan.Monitor for environmental safety hazards.Document incidents, errors, and / or accidents.Answer call lights promptly and meet residents' needs / requests.Activity Program
Responsible for participating in and supporting the resident-centered activity program.Participate in holiday activities.Document resident's participation in activities.Provide feedback to management on the benefits / effectiveness of programming.Resident Rights
Maintain the confidentiality of resident health care information.Uphold Resident Rights.Report allegations of resident abuse or neglect immediately to the Manager. Safeguard the resident from harm.Emergency Preparedness
Is familiar with emergency procedures.Use Passive Protection Techniques as appropriate.Safeguard other residents as appropriate.Respond appropriately to emergency or disaster situations.Leadership
Complete duties with minimal direction from supervisor.Use tactful and diplomatic communication techniques in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations.Work collaboratively with other team members.Assist with training new employees.up with appropriate staff, residents, or other individuals regarding reported complaints, problems or concerns.Act as an ambassador and public relations representative to guests and visitors.Maintain all certifications required for employment.Administrative Responsibilities
Thoroughly completes appropriate records, service plan and other documentation and submit in a timely manner.Order and monitor appropriate use of resident care, office, and other needed supplies.Attend and participates in scheduled orientation, in-service training, and staff meetings.Already listed in 34.Personnel FunctionUnderstand and follow the Green County Employee Handbook.Follow facility guidelines and read and understand updates, memos, and educational sessions.Fulfill work schedule by arriving to the workstation at the start of the shift. Meet attendance standards. Will fill in for open shifts.the facility computer for resident documentation only. Understand that the computer is facility property and is not to be used for personal use for any reason or method.Understand that job performance will be reviewed for a clear understanding of expectations.Understand that job performance that does not meet standards and guidelines may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.Qualifications
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Function
High School Diploma or GED with Resident Assistant Experience
Valid Wisconsin nursing assistant certification with previous related experience preferred.
Attend educational programs and complete the hours required for the Nursing Assistant Certification.
The O'Rourke DSU is a 24-hour facility which requires continuous care for residents, therefore employees must meet attendance standards by arriving to work on time, work all scheduled shifts and extra shifts that are agreed to work and have an overall excellent attendance record.
Physical and Mental Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication
Ability to assemble, copy, record and transcribe data and information, following a prescribed plan. Ability to compare, count, differentiate, measure and / or sort data and information.Ability to explain, demonstrate and clarify to others within well established guidelines and standards, as well as the ability to follow specific instructions and respond to simple requests.Ability to utilize descriptive data and information, such as O'Rourke DUS policy and procedure manual, emergency plans, regulations, medical charts, nurse's notes, treatment orders, and general operating manuals.Ability to communicate effectively with residents, resident's families, other workers, therapists, and other outside providers.Mathematical Ability
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability
Ability to use functional reasoning development in the performance of semi-routine functions involving standardized work with some choice of action.Ability to apply situational reasoning ability by exercising judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information measurable criteria.Ability to operate in unpredictable and challenging circumstances.Ability to recognize and intervene in escalating circumstances.Ability to recognize circumstances that require help from supervisor or outside resources.Physical Requirements
In an eight-hour work day have the ability to sit approximately 2-3 hours, stand approximately 5-6 hours and walk approximately 4-5 hours or longer when needed.Ability to stoop, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, climb and balance approximately 1-33% and have hearing acuity, vision acuity far, vision acuity near, color vision and depth perception approximately 67-100% of the time working.Ability to use both right and left hands for repetitive actions such as grasping, grasping and turning, fine manipulation, speed work.Ability to operate equipment and machinery requiring simple, periodic adjustments. Ability to move and guide material using simple tools. Ability to operate mechanical lifts, stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, and thermometers.Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing slightly skilled movements such as cutting, reading care plans, walking to assist residents.Ability to exert mildly heavy physical effort in moderate to heavy work in an eight hour work day, including lifting / carrying (0-34 lbs. approximately 34-66%; 35-100 lbs. approximately 1-33%).Ability to push / pull residents and other necessary items related to performing the CNA role (1-24lbs. approximately 34-66%; 25-100 lbs. approximately 1-33%).Ability to recognize and identify degrees of similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, forms, sounds, tastes, odors, textures associated with residents' conditions.Environmental Adaptability
In regards to environment factors work under moderately safe and comfortable conditions with potential factors such as odors, smoke, potential violence, noise, disease.Other
Green County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Pleasant View Nursing Home offers a competitive benefits package to regular full-time employees including : Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Life Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Retirement through Wisconsin Retirement System, BESTflex, PTO, and vacation.
Salary : $39,666
