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Otterbein SeniorLife lists this Resident Assistant opportunity in franklin, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Resident AssistantFranklin, IndianaOverviewAdhere to Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures. Communicate Effectively Orally and in Writing. Maintain Resident Unit and Work Area in Clean Safe and Orderly Manner. Promote Positive Public Relation for the Facility. Perform Other Tasks as Required.Shift: Part Time 1st ShiftResponsibilitiesMaintain Adequate Supplies for Nursing DepartmentReceive supplies from vendor and review order for accuracy.Tag appropriately and secure supplies in stock room.Distribute supplies to various nursing units per schedule.Adhere To Safety and Infection Control Policies and ProceduresMaintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirement.Practice universal precautions.Participates in orientation training and at least twelve (12) hours of in-service programs annually.Report defective equipment or other potential safety hazards promptly.Adhere to Nursing Department policies and procedures.Communicate Effectively Orally and In WritingReport physical or behavioral changes in the resident, accidents/incidents immediately.Maintain and safeguard entrusted confidential information.Be flexible, receptive and adaptive to change.Maintain Resident Unit and Nursing Work Areas in Clean, Orderly, and Safe MannerUse only approved items.Replace furniture to proper safe location.Handle equipment and supplies to avoid wastage or breakage.Use time effectively and efficiently.Promote Positive Public Relations for the FacilityDisplay courteous, cooperative, helpful manner with residents, visitors and other staffUse proper telephone etiquette.Represent the facility in a positive manner.Perform Other Tasks as RequiredAssist other personnel when assignment completed.Know and follow existing lines of communication and authority.Other - as designated by Charge Nurse or Nursing Director.Assure that resident rights are maintained at all times, reporting suspected deviations to immediate supervisor.Competencies:Customer Service - Respond to requests for service and assistance.Interpersonal Skills - Maintain confidentiality Written Communication - Edit work for spelling and grammar.Professionalism - Approach others in a tactful manner.Attendance/Punctuality - Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.QualificationsEducation and/or Experience: High School diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months' related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. The ability to read/write comprehensive English and document observations. Must perform basic math. Employee must participate in orientation training, attend mandatory in-services and/or other department specified training in-services.Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to use the Community's computerized time clock systemPhysical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The ability to verbally communicate with residents, staff and general public in a manner that is understandable, must be honest, dependable and exhibit a warm, cheerful, caring manner. Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Helping Hand at Otterbein!
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franklin, IN, 46131, US
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