Connect with your calling! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark Academy Point at Mystic, an Assisted Living Community, is looking for a compassionate CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. Hourly rates starting at $19.00 per hour plus Shift Diff! CNA Duties & Responsibilities: • Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting • Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff. • Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support. • Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care. • Other duties as needed. Requirements: • Valid CNA/HHA license required • Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required • Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired Job Title: Resident Care Associate Department: Resident Care Date Revised: July 2024 Reports To: TCD/RCD/RSD/MMD/DON FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Code: 7109 Harbor; 7010 Trad; 7210 SNF Job Summary: The Resident Care Associate provides the service and care required to each resident in a timely and efficient manner. Principal Duties/Responsibilities: • Provides ongoing supervision of residents' health related activities; complying with health care instructions explained by health care professionals and promptly and appropriately seeking and obtaining medical attention when needed • Recognizes and can assist in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation • Recognizes and reports a resident's change of condition particularly as it relates to needing more time to deliver care • Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (bathing, grooming, hygiene, dressing, toileting, mobility/transfers, dining) • Participates in functional evaluation and service plan reviews • Removes, launders, folds, and properly returns resident linens and personal laundry • Serves residents food as directed, including feeding skills, if regulations permit • Receives and gives report of on-going shifts by oral and/or written log • Effectively handles resident behavioral expressions • Reacts calmly and effectively in emergency situations • Assures resident information is communicated to the staff through the report process and calendar (i.e. appointments, outings, etc.) • Efficiently documents and provides accurate record-keeping as appropriate • Checks all residents daily for cleanliness, appropriate clothing, and any continence issues • Uses proper sanitary procedures to wipe tables, and sweep and mop dining room and life enrichment kitchen after meals • Checks on resident rooms daily for general cleanliness and neatness; ensures high risk rooms are double checked • Communicates and documents residents' material needs (i.e. briefs, clothing, toothpaste, pads, etc.) • Measures and accurately records vital signs (temperatures, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight and height) where appropriate as per state regulations • Accurately communicates and documents residents' status • Assesses resident safety/risk in a proactive manner • Effectively communicates with residents, families and friends of residents • Accurately completes incident reports prior to the end of the working day • Participates with Programming staff and residents in daily programs and recreational activities as directed. Utilizes the program staff for assistance and supplies and activity boxes • Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup • Serves as mentor to new Resident Care Associates • Special projects/assignments as delegated Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification: • Must have current certification as a nursing assistant or have successfully completed the certified home health aide or homemaker/personal care homemaker training program • In Rhode Island, all Resident Care Associates must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) • High School education preferred Required Skills/Abilities: • Demonstrates proficiency at reading and understanding a Resident Care Service Plan or assignment (e.g., ADLs and introductory visits) • Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care • Understands the nursing function in assisted living, memory care and/or skilled nursing • Understands quality of care and life objectives • Reviews and demonstrates understanding of the use of Resident Care Standards and Practices with the Resident Care Director/Director of Nursingand/or supervisor • Demonstrates knowledge of Benchmark Standards and Practices • Demonstrates working knowledge of state regulations as they pertain to the job • Has sound working knowledge of policies in the Resident Handbook • Possesses current First Aid, and Heimlich certification, if required by state regulation PHYSICAL JOB ANALYSIS: JOB TITLE: Resident Care Associate, Lead Aide, Universal Worker The principal duties and responsibilities are listed in the formal job description. This form is intended to provide a summary of the physical demands of the job. Frequency Frequency Unanticipated Seldom (1-5% of time) Occasional (6-33% of time) Frequent (34-66% of time) Constant (67-100% of time) Unanticipated Seldom (1-5% of time) Occasional (6-33% of time) Frequent (34-66% of time) Constant (67-100% of time) LIFT/CARRY (OBJECTS) EQUIPMENT Objects up to 10 lbs. X Transfer Devices/Gait Belts X Objects 11-20 lbs. X Kitchen Equipment X Objects 21-35 lbs. X Ladders X Objects 36-75 lbs. X Maintenance Equipment X Objects 76-100lbs. X Tablets/Computers/Office X Weights in excess of 35 lbs. will be reviewed for 2-person or mechanical assist Vehicles/Driving X PUSH/ PULL FORCE ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES Wheelchair with Resident 10-50lbs. X Indoors X Resident Lift Equipment 10-60 lbs. X Outdoors X 2 Wheel Dolly/ 4 Wheel Cart 5-35lbs. X Extreme Heat X Floor Cleaning Equipment 5-25 lbs. X Extreme Cold X Push/pull force is measured as the peak force required to start object moving Dusty X POSTURES Excessive Noise X Sitting X RESIDENT MOBILITY ASSISTANCE Standing X One/two person manual transfer (up to 35 lbs. lifting force per person) X Walking on even surface X Bed positioning (lateral movement of resident in bed) X Walking on uneven surface X Chair boosting (assisting resident to sit up in a chair) X Climbing/Stairs X Assist Walking with Gait Belt X Bend/Stoop/Twist X ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS Crouching/Squatting X Physical Exams or Health Screenings (as required by state) Kneel/Crawling X TB Test Reach Above Shoulders X Annual Flu Shot Reach Waist to Shoulders X COVID Vaccinations and Boosters Reach Below Waist X Personal Protective Equipment (nitrile gloves, gown, mask, etc.) Repetitive Arm Use X N95 Respirator (must be clean shaven such that any facial hair does not impact the respirator seal) Repetitive Wrist/Hand Use X Exposure to House Pets Hand grasping (power grip) X Exposure to Needles and Sharps Fine manipulation hands/fingers X When working with our resident population, you may on occasion be exposed to certain risks related to medical conditions or progressive diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. These risks include communicable diseases as well as agitation and/or aggressive behaviors which may be verbal or physical. Because you are working so closely with the resident, you may be the target of this aggression. Understanding that these behaviors are related to a medical condition and/or disease process and are not in any way personal, is key to maintaining dignity and respect for our residents in all avenues of care. Benchmark is committed to workplace safety, and to the extent there is any concern relating to safety hazards in the performance of the job, you should immediately report your concerns as directed in the Employee Handbook. I have read this job description and understand the duties and responsibilities of the position of Resident Care Associate. I further understand that it is my responsibility to perform my duties consistent with the highest standards of Benchmark Senior Living. _ Employee Signature Date _ Supervisor's Signature Date Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $19.00 per hour Work Location: In person<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NjfZMvqqLd%2flUuqLtbv%2fUwj" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)**

Connect with your calling! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Academy Point at Mystic, an Assisted Living Community, is looking for a compassionate CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. Hourly rates starting at $19.00 per hour plus shift differential!

**Job Description**

- Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff
- Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support
- Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care
- Other duties as needed

**Requirements**

- Valid CNA/HHA license required
- Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required
- Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired

**Principal Duties/Responsibilities**

- Provides ongoing supervision of residents' health-related activities; complying with health care instructions explained by health care professionals and promptly and appropriately seeking and obtaining medical attention when needed
- Recognizes and can assist in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation
- Recognizes and reports a resident's change of condition particularly as it relates to needing more time to deliver care
- Assists residents with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, hygiene, dressing, toileting, mobility/transfers, dining)
- Participates in functional evaluation and service plan reviews
- Removes, launders, folds, and properly returns resident linens and personal laundry
- Serves residents food as directed, including feeding skills, if regulations permit
- Receives and gives report of ongoing shifts by oral and/or written log
- Effectively handles resident behavioral expressions
- Reacts calmly and effectively in emergency situations
- Assures resident information is communicated to the staff through the report process and calendar (i.e., appointments, outings, etc.)
- Efficiently documents and provides accurate record-keeping as appropriate
- Checks all residents daily for cleanliness, appropriate clothing, and any continence issues
- Uses proper sanitary procedures to wipe tables, and sweep and mop dining room and life enrichment kitchen after meals
- Checks on resident rooms daily for general cleanliness and neatness; ensures high-risk rooms are double checked
- Communicates and documents residents' material needs (i.e., briefs, clothing, toothpaste, pads, etc.)
- Measures and accurately records vital signs (temperatures, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height) where appropriate as per state regulations
- Accurately communicates and documents residents' status
- Assesses resident safety/risk in a proactive manner
- Effectively communicates with residents, families, and friends of residents
- Accurately completes incident reports prior to the end of the working day
- Participates with programming staff and residents in daily programs and recreational activities as directed. Utilizes the program staff for assistance and supplies and activity boxes
- Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup
- Serves as mentor to new Resident Care Associates
- Special projects/assignments as delegated

**Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification**

- Must have current certification as a nursing assistant or have successfully completed the certified home health aide or homemaker/personal care homemaker training program
- In Rhode Island, all Resident Care Associates must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- High School education preferred

**Required Skills/Abilities**

- Demonstrates proficiency at reading and understanding a Resident Care Service Plan or assignment (e.g., ADLs and introductory visits)
- Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care
- Understands the nursing function in assisted living, memory care, and/or skilled nursing
- Understands quality of care and life objectives
- Reviews and demonstrates understanding of the use of Resident Care Standards and Practices with the Resident Care Director/Director of Nursing and/or supervisor
- Demonstrates knowledge of Benchmark Standards and Practices
- Demonstrates working knowledge of state regulations as they pertain to the job
- Has sound working knowledge of policies in the Resident Handbook
- Possesses current First Aid and Heimlich certification if required by state regulation

**Physical Job Analysis**

The principal duties and responsibilities are listed in the formal job description. This form is intended to provide a summary of the physical demands of the job.

**Environmental Exposures**

- Indoors
- Outdoors
- Extreme Heat
- Extreme Cold
- Dusty
- Excessive Noise

When working with our resident population, you may on occasion be exposed to certain risks related to medical conditions or progressive diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. These risks include communicable diseases as well as agitation and/or aggressive behaviors which may be verbal or physical. Understanding that these behaviors are related to a medical condition and/or disease process is key to maintaining dignity and respect for our residents in all avenues of care. Benchmark is committed to workplace safety; any concerns relating to safety hazards in the performance of the job should be reported immediately as directed in the Employee Handbook.

Assistant Living FT CNA 3rd Shift

Connect with your calling! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Academy Point Mystic is hiring a full-time CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. PART-TIME CNA OPPORTUNITY ON 2ND SHIFT Starting Hourly rates at $19/hr + shift differential for 2nd shift CNA Duties & Responsibilities: • Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting • Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff. • Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support. • Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care. • Other duties as needed. Requirements: • Valid CNA/HHA/LNA license required • Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required • Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: • 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays • Discounted Meal Program • Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms • Associate Referral Bonus Program • Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs • 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match • Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits • Tuition Reimbursement Program • Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off Eligibility may vary by employment status Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $19.00 per hour Work Location: In person<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xAZl2OSnWhL5dtncb%2fikIgk" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)**

Connect with your calling! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Academy Point Mystic is hiring a full-time CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment.

**Job Description**

- Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff
- Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support
- Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care
- Other duties as needed

**Requirements**

- Valid CNA/HHA/LNA license required
- Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required
- Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired

**Benefits**

- 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
- Discounted meal program
- Paid training & company-provided uniforms
- Associate referral bonus program
- Physical & mental health wellness programs
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Medical, vision & dental benefits
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Vacation and health & wellness paid time off

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