6201 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, Ohio 45244
Job Description
The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community.
Responsibilities
- Reports incidents involving residents, including care concerns or issues, to the appropriate individuals (e.g., HCD, RN/LPN, or ED).
- Maintains a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position.
- Assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Performs housekeeping duties, including making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining rooms, and other assigned areas.
- Responds promptly to all resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts.
- Remains calm and competent during emergency situations.
- Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
- Follows all confidentiality policies regarding the release of resident information.
- Assists residents to and from the dining room and scheduled activities.
- Conducts regular resident checks and ensures residents attend meals and activities.
- Checks on residents who are ill and reports their status or concerns to the appropriate individuals.
- Communicates verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers.
- Assists new residents with the move-in transition by providing emotional support and helping them feel comfortable in their new environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have successfully completed an approved Personal Care Aide (PCA) program in accordance with state regulations, as applicable.
- Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Must be organized and able to work collaboratively with all levels of personnel.
- Must be a contributing member of the nursing team and follow the instructions of the supervisor.
- Must be polite, respectful, and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times.
- Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and push or carry up to 25 lbs.
- Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
- Must wear the designated uniform during working hours, including a name badge.
- Must be CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
- Must represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
- Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings.
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
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