Resident Assistant (CNA / NA)
Department: Nursing
Reports To: Supervisor in Charge / Resident Care Coordinator (RCC) / Administrator
Position Summary
Willow Ridge Senior Living is a locally owned senior living provider dedicated to delivering high-quality care in a warm, respectful environment. We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Resident Assistant to support the daily needs of our residents. This role is essential to maintaining a safe, dignified, and supportive community for residents and team members alike.
Key Responsibilities
- Uphold and promote the philosophy of Assisted Living
- Follow all applicable state regulations and community policies
- Receive and provide shift-to-shift reports
- Review communication logs and shower schedules at the start of each shift
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and transferring
- Assist with resident meals and hydration
- Take and record vital signs; assist with first aid and wound care as permitted
- Communicate effectively with outside healthcare professionals
- Practice proper infection control and universal precautions
- Observe and promptly report changes in resident physical or mental condition
- Document and report accidents and incidents
- Conduct resident rounds and verify resident locations
- Assist residents with room organization, bed linens, laundry, and light housekeeping as needed
- Assist with resident move-ins and move-outs
- Respond to call lights, door alarms, and emergencies as required
- Ensure residents at risk for wandering are secure and wearing wander bracelets
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents, team members, and visitors
- Wear name badge and carry a working walkie-talkie during shifts
- Assist with training and orientation of new team members
- Review service plans and complete level-of-care change documentation when needed
- Attend and complete all required training in compliance with DSS regulations
- Maintain confidentiality and respect resident rights and privacy
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
Job Qualifications
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Nurse Aide (NA), or other state-approved certification required
- Must meet all state licensing and regulatory requirements
- Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful toward elderly and disabled individuals
- Professional appearance and grooming standards required
- Acceptable criminal background check
- Documented TB screening
- CPR and First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire)
- Reliable attendance and schedule adherence
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Self-motivated and organized with good time-management skills
- Willingness to perform all aspects of resident care, including unpleasant tasks, with professionalism and dignity
- Ability and willingness to learn and grow within the role
- Must be capable of performing job duties with or without reasonable accommodation
Physical Requirements & Essential Functions
(With or without reasonable accommodation)
- Standing and walking for extended periods
- Bending, reaching, climbing, pushing, and pulling
- Lifting and assisting residents as needed
- Fine motor coordination and grasping
- Ability to distinguish smells, tastes, and temperatures
- Ability to remain calm and effective in stressful situations
Disclaimer
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
