Enhanced Assisted Living

Full Time Days- 37.5 Hours per week

You can make a difference as a resident assistant in our enhanced assisted living or memory care community where we don't just provide care—we create a home, where every resident is embraced like family, supported with compassion, and surrounded by warmth, comfort, and connection.  As a resident assistant you will be more than just a caregiver; you’ll be a companion, a friendly face and part of a close-knit team – part of The Glen family.   Our community focuses on promoting resident independence while providing support with activities of daily living in a warm, homelike environment. 

Position Summary: The Resident Assistant, or RA, is a caregiver providing assistance to residents under the supervision of the LPN and/or RN. Resident Assistants provide compassionate care that is respectful of each resident's needs, values and wishes.  

Job Specific Competencies 

Principal Responsibilities:  

Core Competencies: 

• Supports the Trinity/SPHP Vision, Mission, Values in all encounters with residents and families 

• Adheres to the SPHP Code of Conduct 

• Demonstrates accountability as an individual and team member in meeting basic resident and family needs  

Clinical Competencies: 

Resident Assistants provide the following nursing services under the supervision and direction of an LPN or RN across the continuum of care at SPHP. 

• Assist residents with activities of daily living  (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility in a respectful, compassionate manner. 

• Assist residents in taking medications as needed. 

• Encourage and support resident independence and dignity. 

• Monitor resident safety and well- being, reporting any change to the LPN.  Consult with the LPN/RN on any changes of health statuses of residents. 

• Build meaningful relationships with residents, understanding their personal histories, preferences and routines and anticipate needs of residents. 

• Help with light housekeeping and meal service as needed to maintain a safe and clean living space.   

• Participate in team meetings and communicate/collaborate with coworkers and supervisors.  

• Promote a warm, friendly, and respectful environment.