Resident Assistant (RA)- FT- Overnights

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Vista Prairie Communities at Copperleaf is seeking a full-time Resident Assistant working overnight shifts. MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS - Report all accidents and incidents you observe or that may be communicated to you and complete required documentation. - Report all changes in residents' condition to the RN as soon as practical. PERSONAL CARE FUNCTIONS - Assist residents with daily dental and mouth care, dressing/undressing, and hair care as necessary. - Change all soiled linens and wash immediately. - Assist with bowel and bladder functions, and clean up occasional incontinence accidents as necessary. Remove and properly dispose of all soiled diapers and pads immediately. - Assist residents with preparing for medical tests and doctor appointments as necessary. This includes proper completion of physician visit forms. - Assist residents in preparing for activity and social programs as necessary. - Follow established policies and procedures concerning exposure to blood/body fluids. - Assist in transporting residents to/from appointments, activities, and social programs as necessary. - Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, showers, etc. as necessary. - Assist residents in walking with or without self-help devices as instructed. - Check residents routinely to ensure that their personal care needs are being met. - Observe and report any changes in resident condition (including appetite, skin conditions, mental status, etc.) to the RN. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - High School education or GED. - Training in health related disciplines and/or experience preferred. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS - Working knowledge of state, federal and local regulations. - Must receive a "not disqualified" criminal background result from Department of Human Services and may not be on the OIG exclusions list. - Must be a minimum of sixteen (16) years of age. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. - Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public. - Must possess a desire to work with aged, infirm, and handicapped persons. - Must be able to relate to and work with the elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people, dementia residents and occasionally challenging behaviors. - Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to connect and communicate effectively with diverse populations. - Ability to work in a fast paced environment and to prioritize, organize and manage multiple priorities. - Ability to work beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions, when necessary. Please a pply online at http://vistaprairie.org/about/job-opportunities/ Vista Prairie Communities is an equal opportunity employer.

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