What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Assistant position at Lake Forest Place LLC?
Lake Forest Place is looking for a Part Time Resident Assistant/C.N.A for 6:00pm-10:00pm - Every Other Weekend - Assisted Living Department
Resident Assistants - $17.25- $20.53 per hour Weekend Differentials (Salary based on years of experience)
Certified Nursing Assistants- $20-$24 per hour Weekend Differentials (Salary based on years of experience)
Looking for a team where you can bring your passion, strengths and your best self each day as a Resident Assistant/ C.N.A.?
Our employees work as one team and aspire to deliver a personalized experience to our residents through collaboration and knowledge sharing of their expertise. We are looking for candidates at Lake Forest Place that like to lead by example creating a positive work environment and living community experience that inspires wellness, independence, joy and security for our residents and families.
Why choose us?
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO with rollover and sellback options
- Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer match and baseline
- Scholarships: Tuition reimbursement and other scholarship programs
Position Overview
The main function of this position is to provide direct and indirect care under supervision of the nurse to a selected group of residents. This role can be in skilled care department or assisted living department. The minimum education, experience and qualifications for this position are: current certification as a nursing assistant with the Illinois Department of Public Health; able to speak, read, write and comprehend English skills needed to use medical terminology on the job; ability to do simple arithmetic; good communication skills; interest in working with older adults; and general knowledge of the needs of geriatric residents
Essential Functions
- Carries out nursing care with the scope of education/training and ability as assigned by charge nurse.
- Adheres to the policies and procedures of Presbyterian Homes standards of care of the nursing department.
- Guards residents’ rights.
- Communicates properly with co-workers, supervisors, other employees and visitors. Interacts with residents to meet their social and recreational needs.
- Uses good interpersonal skills in establishing a relationship with the residents.
- Assists residents with activities of daily living as needed.
- Preforms other related duties as assigned by Charge Nurse.
Skills/Qualifications
- CPR certified, level A highly recommended
- Reading, writing, and comprehension skilled needed to use medical terminology on the job
- Ability to do simple arithmetic
- Good communication skills
- Long-term care experience preferred but not required
- General knowledge of the needs of general patients.
About us
Presbyterian Homes is an independent, not-for-profit senior living care organization of Life Planning Communities offering peace of mind through full continuum of care - independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care. We welcome people from all backgrounds at our family of communities that has served the Chicago, Illinois area since 1904. Presbyterian Homes proudly serves older adults at Westminster Place and Ten Twenty Grove in Evanston, Lake Forest Place in Lake Forest, and The Moorings in Arlington Heights.
Behaviors
Preferred- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Salary : $17 - $21
