Care Assistant - Assisted Living

Sioux Center Health; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sioux Center Health in Sioux Center, IA is seeking a Care Assistant for Crown Pointe Estates' assisted/independent living. You will assist residents with personal care, meals, laundry, housekeeping, and activities, and support the medication aide as needed.

Part-time day shift 6am-9am, every third weekend, and every other holiday; High school diploma or GED preferred, CPR certification within 3 months of hire. Certification preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned responsibilities as delegated by RN supervisor to care for each individual resident.
• Provides feedback to RN/LPN supervisor regarding resident care and reports resident concern appropriately.
• Assures safety of all residents.
• Assists with meal set up and serving.
• Assures that all residents are provided meals (either in their room or through the dining room) that receive meal service.
• Cleans all community areas: elevator, restrooms, offices, hallways, etc.
• Assists activities coordinator with activities as needed.
• Provides assistance for residents as needed or requested for daily living, including, but not limited to, transfers, general housekeeping and laundry services.
• Completes charting and documentation on residents, available to take vital signs.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Sioux Center, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities.

A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health.

A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture.

Position Highlights: At Sioux Center Health, our people are the heart of everything we do. Guided by a strong mission and a commitment to exceptional care, we've built a stable, thriving organization where employees make a meaningful difference. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in the recognition we have earned. Sioux Center Health has been named a Top Workplace in Iowa, received Best of the Northwest honors in 13 categories—including Best Place to Work—and earned a Five-Star Patient Survey Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). We have also been recognized as a Chartis Top 100 Critical Access Hospital and Top Hospital in Iowa. Our Care Center has received the LeadingAge Excellence in Workplace Award, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive environment for both residents and employees. Beyond our organization, you'll find an outstanding community to call home. Sioux County was ranked #4 in the nation among the Healthiest Communities by U.S. News & World Report and CVS Health, reflecting the high quality of life and strong community values that make this region a great place to live, work, and grow.

Summary: The Care Assistant performs duties for the residents of Assisted/Independent Living at Crown Pointe Estates. The position provides assistance for personal care, meals, laundry, housekeeping, activity assistance, and any additional needs of residents. Assists the medication aide as needed.

General Hours of Work: Part time - day shift from 6am - 9am, every third weekend, and every other holiday.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma of GED preferred, but not required. Experience in working with the elderly population preferred, but not required.

Certificate, Licenses, Registrations: Certified Nurse Aide Certification preferred, but not required. Must obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire date.

Essential Functions:

• Completes assigned responsibilities as delegated by RN supervisor to care for each individual resident.
• Provides feedback to RN/LPN supervisor regarding resident care and reports resident concern appropriately.
• Assures safety of all residents.
• Assists with meal set up and serving.
• Assures that all residents are provided meals (either in their room or through the dining room) that receive meal service.
• Cleans all community areas: elevator, restrooms, offices, hallways, etc.
• Assists activities coordinator with activities as needed.
• Provides assistance for residents as needed or requested for daily living, including, but not limited to, transfers, general housekeeping and laundry services.
• Completes charting and documentation on residents, available to take vital signs.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.