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Care Associates are professionals who support patients or clients with daily living activities, personal care, and healthcare-related tasks, often in settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, or private residences. They assist individuals who may be elderly, disabled, or recovering from illness, helping them maintain comfort, dignity, and independence. Care Associates may help with bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility, medication reminders, and emotional support. They often work under the supervision of nurses or healthcare managers and play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of those in their care.

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Care Associates require foundational knowledge of personal care practices, basic healthcare procedures, and often a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring certification such as a CNA. Familiarity with patient management systems and electronic health records (EHRs) is typically expected. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication skills are essential for building trust and providing emotional support to clients. These skills ensure that Care Associates deliver safe, effective, and empathetic care, which is vital for clients' well-being and satisfaction.

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Care Associates often encounter challenges such as balancing the needs of multiple patients, managing time effectively during busy shifts, and communicating clearly with both patients and healthcare teams. They may also need to adapt quickly to changing patient conditions and handle emotionally demanding situations with compassion and professionalism. Building strong teamwork and maintaining self-care practices are essential for long-term success and satisfaction in this role.

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RCA Resident Care Associate

Bedford, NH • On-site

Benchmark Electronics, Inc.
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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$20 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

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 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:
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

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