Job Description
Title Resident Assistant
Job Type Ministerial
Reports to St. Joseph Nurse Coordinator
Position Description:
This part-time position assists the St. Joseph Nurse with all duties to provide continuity of care for the residents and daily operations of Saint Joseph Residence.
Key Tasks
- Assist with implementation of resident individual care plan
- Assist and/or responsible for meal preparation and serving of meals, food storage, cleaning of kitchen and dining room
- Housekeeping, laundry and other related tasks
- Accurately complete patient records on a daily basis
- Maintains operations by using proper channels in reporting problems, maintaining equipment, assisting with general environmental maintenance
- Provide a safe, healthy, clean environment and manage activities of daily living
- Teach and assist with activities of daily living
- Report significant changes in patient condition to Nurse in a timely manner
- Duties as assigned
Key Skills
- Strong understanding of Catholic social teaching
- CNA, CMA, LTA, or HHA preferred but not required
- Speak, read and write English
- At least 18yrs old
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Current Food Handler permit and CPR
- Annual negative TB test
- Medication Administration Training-annual renewal
- Near sight acuity to perform assigned tasks
- Ability to perform assigned tasks involving physical activity, which may include heavy lifting, bending and prolonged standing
- Prompt and regular attendance
- Personal hygiene and attire appropriate for health care facility
Key Attributes
- Commitment to the mission and vision of Catholic Charities
- Detailed and organized
- Self-motivated and self starter
- Professional and positive approach
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