Position Title: Resident Assistant
Employee Status: Non-Exempt
Purpose/Summary Statement:
This position is responsible for providing direct care and assistance in activities of daily living to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with facility policies and procedures. Assists residents with dressing, bathing, toileting, oral care, transferring and transporting, eating and nutrition. Provides residents with comfort, assurance and emotional support and serves as the primary contacts with resident family members and visitors.
Essential Tasks and Functions:
Employee and Resident Safety:
Follow all safety rules, policies and procedures, including building security procedures.
Know and follow facility emergency/disaster response and evacuation procedures.
Participate in safety events, use assigned safety equipment and PPE and encourage coworkers to work safely.
Report observed accidents, injuries or near misses a