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CNA / PCA (On Call - 12hr shifts)

Kisco Senior Living, Cary, NC, United States


The Resident Assistant at Woodland Terrace meets community residents’ needs by helping with activities of daily living and encouraging independence, ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well‑being.

Schedule & Pay

On‑call: must work one weekend a month, 7 a.m.–7 p.m.

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Responsibilities

Monitor residents’ well‑being, reporting any changes in condition to the appropriate associate or department immediately.

Assist residents with simple requests or, if needed, find an associate to help.

Learn resident preferences to provide exemplary service, exceed expectations, and enhance satisfaction.

Supervise or assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, ambulation, and other activities of daily living.

Offer companionship and build strong resident relations.

Respond to emergencies according to policies and procedures.

Help residents use assistive devices such as walkers, wheelchairs, and hearing aids.

Encourage self‑care among residents.

Document care provided in accordance with documentation standards.

Provide input to the Care Services Director or Resident Care Coordinator/Dementia Care Coordinator to keep individual service plans current.

Review the 24‑hour report and care check‑lists regularly.

Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy.

Practice standard precautions, infection control, and safe work practices.

Observe and monitor residents, assist with documentation regarding resident status.

Cover the Customer Service desk in the Care Services lobby if necessary.

Answer telephone calls according to company policy and standards.

Support, lead, and participate in resident‑centered wellness programs.

Resolve resident questions in accordance with set policies and procedures.

Greet and direct family members, prospective residents, and others to appropriate staff contacts.

Assist and participate in community special and marketing events.

Encourage social interaction among staff, family, and residents.

Assist in the general upkeep of community common areas and residents’ rooms.

Help with resident laundry as assigned.

Maintain open and honest communication among associates.

Work collaboratively within the department and across the community.

Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including proper uniform and name tag.

Identify ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis.

Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues immediately to the supervisor.

Support continuous improvement.

Adhere to all regulations, laws, and company standards, including the Associate Handbook.

Understand and support the community sales process.

Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

High school education or GED equivalent preferred.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Positive attitude and willingness to bring a smile to work every day.

Basic competency in using Microsoft Office, internet, and other custom applications.

Special Requirements / Certifications

First Aid certification and CPR (if required).

State training requirements and/or certifications met.

Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) desirable.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Competitive pay.

A free meal per shift.

Health care benefits including vision and dental (full‑time only).

Matching 401(k) (full‑time only).

Paid time off.

Rewards and bonus opportunities.

Continuous training and growth opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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