Overview
The Resident Assistant is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.
- Schedule:Full Time
- Shift: Day Shift
- Level: 6+ years of experience
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Success Profile Find out what it takes to succeed as a Resident Assistant:
- Collaborative
- Time Efficient
- Organized
- Critical Thinker
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate
Benefits that Reflect Your Contributions - Your Pay
A compensation program designed for fair and equitable pay.
- Your Future
Secure your future with plans that also include an employer match. Plans and guidance for the future.
- Your Wellness
Traditional healthcare benefits combined with progressive wellness programs to help you be your best self!.
- Your Joy
Special and unique benefits and programs ensuring a balanced life and a workplace culture built on trust.
Job Details Facility: Wellstar Physical Therapy - MariettaOverviewThe Resident Assistant (RA) participates in the care of Atherton Place Personal Care Residents from a Resident Centered Approach. The RA assists Personal Care Residents with activities of daily living according to State regulations; assures a protective and watchful oversight; remains aware of residents' needs, whereabouts, state of health and daily functioning; and interacts with residents and families. Activities of daily living include, but are not limited to, medication assistance/administration, bathing, dressing, and grooming. Willing to learn additional skills as needed.
ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilites and Essential Functions
Medication Assistance/Administration per State regulations
* Storing medication and taking to resident at the prescribed times.
* Proper documentation of medication assistance.
* Interacting with doctors' offices and pharmacies to ensure proper and safe medication assistance.
* Ability to maintain focus on medication assistance while dealing with outside distractions.
* Be aware and observe for any side effects of medications. Maintain watchful oversight of residents.
* Respond to and documentation of resident issues as they arise. (ie: falls, medical emergency, etc.)
* Observe and interact with residents on a daily basis.
* Interact with and keep famiies/sponsor informed of resident issues.
* Be aware of resident whereabouts.
* Interact with supportative agencies (ie: sitters, hospice, home health, etc.)
* Participate in the formation of resident care plans, evaluation of cognitive status and ability to self- administer medications. Assist residents with ADL's as per resident need.
* Bathing, dressing, grooming, etc.
* Maintain an awareness of each resident's normal appearance intervene, as appropriate, if a residents state of health appears to be in jeopardy.
* Maintain apartment in sanitary and clutter free condition.
* Assist with resident transfers (ie: chair to bed, wheelchair to commode, etc.)
* Assist with resident laundry.
* Assist in dining room to serve meals.
* Assist resident with any needs that may arise, ie: apartment cleanliness, thermostat, tv, light bulbs, toilets, phone calls, etc. Maintain State Readiness
* Ensure that required education is met each year
* Maintain resident files Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. QualificationsRequired Minimum Education
High School graduat Required or equivalent with CNA certification in the state of Georgia. Required Required Minimum Experience
Minimum 2 years experience preferred in a similar setting with older adults. Preferred and Experience with medication assistance/administration Preferred Required Minimum Skills
Good customer service and communication skills required; demonstrates courteous and positive attitude; must be able to read and write; ability to relate well with teammates, healthcare professionals, residents, and families. Basic computer skills with Windows based environment for participation in training and resident documentation. Current skills in medication assistance/administration or willingness to learn. Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
Cert Nurse Assistant Required Basic Life Support Required BLS - Instructor Required BLS - Provisional Required Additional Licenses and Certifications
Share the opportunity Mission, Vision & Values At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.
Our Mission To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.
Our Vision Deliver worldclass health care to every person, every time.
Our Values -
We serve with compassion
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We pursue excellence
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We honor every voice
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