Company Description
Five Star Senior Living, a national healthcare and senior living provider
headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, proudly offers the highest quality
service and care with the warmth and hospitality of home. Morningside of Williamsburg is a beautiful community in Williamsburg, VA, with more than 80 units offering assisted living and Alzheimer's care.
Job Description
At this time, we are seeking a Resident Assistant to join our team!
Responsibilities
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Gives report to the Nurse or designated charge person at the end of the
shift.
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Reports any changes to the Nurse or designated charge person immediately for
determination of contacting the on-call Nurse.
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Reminding residents to take medication, opening containers for residents,
opening prepackaged medication for residents, reading the medication label to
residents, observing residents while they take medication, checking the
self-administered dosage against the label of the container, and reassuring
residents that they have obtained and are taking the dosage as prescribed
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Supervise, assist or provide showers and baths.
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Supervise, assist residents to dress/undress.
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Assure the cleanliness and dignity of each resident.
Qualifications
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Vital signs; Medication supervision (within the scope of the state
regulations); -
Read, write, speak and understand the English language.
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Freedom from illegal use of drugs.
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Freedom from use and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the
workplace.
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Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting,
or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for
employment in the position.
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Demonstrates effective time management skills.
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Must have valid, unrestricted license from the Commonwealth of Virgina (CNA desired) and
maintain CEU's.
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CPR/First Aid Certification desired (unless required by the state).
Additional Information
Please apply on our website: www.careers.fivestarseniorliving.com.
