Resident Assistant

Aquinata Hall provides long-term assisted living options for area seniors, 60 years and older. Aquinata, a licensed nursing residence, is a ministry of the Dominican Sisters-Grand Rapids.

Here residents enjoy the benefits of communal living while having the privacy of their own room. Our nursing and occupational therapy team focuses on serving the holistic health needs of every person.

Located on the beautiful Marywood campus, our short-term rehabilitation center offers individualized and goal-oriented therapy services. Accommodations are top-notch with private rooms in a natural, serene campus.

Currently we are seeking the following to join our team!

Resident Assistant

The primary purpose of your position is to support residents in a manner that demonstrates compassion and values their unique interests and abilities.

Job Duties

Promotes and maintains the confidentiality, dignity, autonomy and value of every resident.
Assists residents with activities of daily living in accordance with their service plan.
Assists residents with medications and treatments as instructed.
Measures and records vitals as instructed.
Assists with dining, laundry services, and housekeeping services, and maintains a safe, secure, and sanitary environment.
Encourages, initiates and supports residents with meaningful engagement based on known preferences and life long patterns.
Assists residents with orientation and structure throughout the day as necessary.
Assists in the development of service plans.
Informs nurse of any changes in condition and/or other health related information.
Reports needed maintenance repairs and other environmental concerns.
Orients new employees as requested.

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or equivalent
• Must Possess computer experience
• Must possess knowledge of the appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the geriatric population

Benefits