WI3639770

10

$17.5 + hourly

Unspecified

4

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Memory Care RCA Eagle Crest Communities is seeking a
Resident Care Assistant to support the residents in our memory care
apartments in our Hearten Houses located in La Crosse. Our Memory Care
Units are designed to provide care and support to older adults who
experience memory impairment. Here, we have a range of residents that
are independent, to others who require mechanical lifts, assistance with
medication administration, and other activities of daily living. What
You\'ll Do: - Assist residents with personal cares, daily activities
while helping them maintain as much independence and dignity as
possible - Other responsibilities could include medication management,
light housekeeping, and a variety of other tasks - Provide dressing,
bathing and bathroom assistance - Transport residents to meals and
activities, documentation of daily care, aetc. - Communicate and
interact with residents, their families, and other departments to create
an environment that focuses on resident safety and well-being. What
You\'ll Need: - Previous direct care experience, preferred - Certified
Nursing Assistant training and/or experience (any State), preferred -
CBRF Certification, preferred Other Responsibilities of Job: Turn or
reposition bedridden patients. Answer patient call signals, signal
lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients\' needs. Feed
patients or assist patients to eat or drink. Provide physical support to
assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out
of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or
exercising. Document or otherwise report observations of patient
behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses. Remind patients to
take medications or nutritional supplements. Review patients\' dietary
restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives
appropriate diet. Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do
so for themselves. Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that
may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in
urine. Communicate with patients to ascertain feelings or need for
assistance or social and emotional support. Gather information from
caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment
plans, or appropriate activities. Prepare or serve food trays. Change
bed linens or make beds. Clean and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms,
examination rooms, or other patient areas. Provide information, such as
directions, visiting hours, or patient status information to visitors or
callers. Explain medical instructions to patients or family members.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.eaglecrestlife.org/careers

Attn: Human Resources - HEARTEN HOUSE II
2571 7th St S
LA CROSSE, WI 54601