What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Care Assistant or CNA position at The Village at Gainesville?
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Position Title: Resident Care Assistant
Overview: In the role of the Resident Care Assistant, this individual will attend to the daily care and medication needs of residents while maintaining a home-like environment that is clean, safe, and orderly. This position is intended to enhance the quality of life for Assisted Living residents by providing regular and meaningful engagement. This position reports to the Resident Care Manager or Charge Nurse.
Shifts Available:
- Part-Time (7a-3p) Rotating Weekends
- Part-Time (3p-11p) Every Sat & Sun
- Part-Time (11p-7a) Rotating Weekends
Part-Time is a set schedule with two (2) 8-hour shifts per week.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assist the residents with activities of daily living, i.e., bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating, in a competent and caring manner.
- Assist residents with ambulation, both transferring and with assistive devices, using correct body mechanics and techniques.
- Assist with routine catheter and colostomy bag care under the supervision of a nurse.
- Assist with preparation of the resident for medical or other appointments.
- Communicate observations or concerns regarding residents to Nurse and/or Manager.
- Communicate with health care providers (physicians, therapists, and case managers), families and responsible parties of residents.
- Complete all required reporting and documentation in the medical record as needed.
- Lead or assist with both formal and informal activities throughout work shift.
- Actively participate in intensive and frequent training and coaching in all job-related functions to include all in-service required training.
- Ensure a clean, safe, comfortable home setting by daily cleaning, straightening, and proper storage of equipment and supplies.
- Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
- CPR and First Aide certification or eligible.
- If applicable, Medication Technicians must successfully complete The Village Medical Assistance Training, including return demonstration of skills and understanding in assisting residents with self-administration of medications.
Benefits:
- Career advancement
- Competitive salaries
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life and disability insurance
- Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, 401K plan with matching contributions, and more
- Associate recognition programs, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and associate scholarships
*Part-time positions may not be eligible for certain benefits.
Environment: The Village at Gainesville offers a highly professional, engaging, team-centered environment where associates can grow professionally, and have a positive impact on the lives of the seniors that we serve. If you have a passion for serving others and are dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, this is the employment opportunity for you!
Location: While our 104-acre campus has all the amenities of a small town, sometimes it’s nice to explore off campus. Just 10 minutes away, you’ll find shopping, theaters and restaurants. Gainesville is home to the University of Florida, which is one of the largest universities in the United States as well as Santa Fe College, recently ranked #1 community college in the US. Gainesville is highly recognized as a great place to live and work.
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