What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Care Assistant - PRN position at Ventana by Buckner?
Buckner Retirement Services Community: Ventana by Buckner
Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite
Address: 8301 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225
Shift: 8 Hours – 2 PM - 10 PM
Job Schedule: Occasional
We are seeking Resident Care Assistants (RCAs) to join our community committed to delivering outstanding care to our residents. As a RCA, you will play an important role in providing physical and emotional support and assistance for activities of daily living (A.D.L.s) to promote the greatest functional level possible for the residents. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!
What You'll Do:
- Conduct regular rounds to ensure the physical comfort, safety, and cleanliness of residents.
- Provide high-quality care and assistance, including bathing, feeding, oral care, dressing, and mobility support.
- Perform various cleaning and sanitation tasks promptly and efficiently.
- Accurately document Activities for Daily Living (ADLs) and other relevant information.
- Assist with activities.
- Handle linen changes and distribute clean towels throughout the shift.
- Accurately performs I&O; checks vital signs and weight; performs sugar and acetone urine testing, specimen collection and post-mortem care.
- Safely lift and reposition residents as required.
- Intervene professionally in resident disputes or disruptive behavior, reporting incidents to the charge nurse.
- Perform other tasks in support of your team including: staff nursing station and answer phones as needed; assist in dining room with meal serving and feeding as needed; and work schedules, assignments and units as requested.
What You'll Bring:
- CPR/First Aid certified
- High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) plus a minimum of 1 year prior experience as a nursing assistant or other equivalent training
- Prior experience in customer service.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job including bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing, kneeling, walking, and standing over 75% of shift
- Ability to exercise patience, tact, initiative, judgment, and confidentiality (following established guidelines)
- Ability to recognize changes in a resident's appearance, attitude, and condition
- Demonstrate a commitment to Christian principles in alignment with Buckner's mission, vision, and values.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
About Buckner Retirement Services:
Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.