Caregiver, RA, CNA

Position Summary

The Caregiver is responsible for delivering compassionate, high-quality care to residents in accordance with their individualized service plans. This includes assistance with personal care, medication support (if delegated), household tasks, and activity engagement. The Caregiver plays a key role in fostering a safe, respectful, and homelike environment that promotes resident independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility.

• Support residents with meal preparation, dining, and hydration, ensuring nutritional needs are met.

• Perform light housekeeping duties including laundry, room tidiness, and common area upkeep.

• Promptly report changes in resident condition or behavior to supervisory staff.

• Administer medications and perform delegated health-related services (if authorized) per RN oversight and DHS guidelines.

• Accurately complete documentation and daily care records as required.

• Foster meaningful relationships with residents while promoting socialization and emotional well-being.

• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and complete all required in-service trainings.

• Adhere to infection control, resident rights, and confidentiality protocols.

• Ensure compliance with Wisconsin DHS 83 (CBRF) or DHS 89 (RCAC) as appropriate.