Unit Aide/ HHA/ DSP/ Caregiver/ RAs

Qualifications:

Must have up-to-date MMR vaccination & physical
Must pass a background check, which may require fingerprinting
RA chosen to go through CNA training must work at the facility as a CNA after completion of the CNA training program
Lived caregiving experience as a family/informal caregiver, childcare provider, housekeeping, or respite provider, is a plus.
Compassion: Demonstrated empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to improve patients' lives.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
Physical Stamina: Physical fitness and endurance to perform tasks that involve standing, lifting, and assisting patients.
Adaptability: Flexibility to work in different healthcare settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and home care.

Responsibilities:

Make rounds on the unit looking for items needing attention
Straightening utility rooms, linen rooms, and pantries as needed
Assist with meal service
Complete the Paid Feeding Assistant Program and work under the supervision of a nurse to feed or assist residents who do not have complicated feeding restrictions
Deliver mail to residents; opening and reading mail to residents as requested
Making resident beds and keeping rooms tidy
Pass clean linen
Assure ice water is available on units
Prepares rooms for new admissions
Takes inventory of resident’s possessions and sends items to personal laundry to be labeled