Resident Assistant

About the role

Adhere to Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures. Communicate Effectively Orally and in Writing. Maintain Resident Unit and Work Area in Clean Safe and Orderly Manner. Promote Positive Public Relation for the Facility. Perform Other Tasks as Required. Shift: Part Time 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Maintain Adequate Supplies for Nursing Department
• Receive supplies from vendor and review order for accuracy.
• Tag appropriately and secure supplies in stock room.
• Distribute supplies to various nursing units per schedule.
• Adhere To Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures
• Maintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirement.
• Practice universal precautions.
• Participates in orientation training and at least twelve (12) hours of in-service programs annually.
• Report defective equipment or other potential safety hazards promptly.
• Adhere to Nursing Department policies and procedures.
• Communicate Effectively Orally and In Writing
• Report physical or behavioral changes in the resident, accidents/incidents immediately.
• Maintain and safeguard entrusted confidential information.
• Be flexible, receptive and adaptive to change.
• Maintain Resident Unit and Nursing Work Areas in Clean, Orderly, and Safe Manner
• Use only approved items.
• Replace furniture to proper safe location.
• Handle equipment and supplies to avoid wastage or breakage.
• Use time effectively and efficiently.
• Promote Positive Public Relations for the Facility
• Display courteous, cooperative, helpful manner with residents, visitors and other staff
• Use proper telephone etiquette.
• Represent the facility in a positive manner.
• Perform Other Tasks as Required
• Assist other personnel when assignment completed.
• Know and follow existing lines of communication and authority.
• Other - as designated by Charge Nurse or Nursing Director.
• Assure that resident rights are maintained at all times, reporting suspected deviations to immediate supervisor.
• Competencies:
• Customer Service - Respond to requests for service and assistance.
• Interpersonal Skills - Maintain confidentiality Written Communication - Edit work for spelling and grammar.
• Professionalism - Approach others in a tactful manner.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Requirements

• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to use the Community's computerized time clock system
• Must be able to remember multiple assignments over an extended period. Must be able to remember specific requests, ideas and concepts and relate them as necessary. Must be able to concentrate on details during constant interruptions.
• During emergencies and without the use of elevators, the employee must be able to report to assigned area within multi-floored facility and physically assist in resident transfers and evacuations.
• Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Hel

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