Compassionate Resident Care Aide

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Minnesota seeks compassionate caregivers to support residents with medications and daily living tasks in a safe, respectful environment. The role emphasizes quality care aligned with location standards and requires attention to patient comfort and safety.

The position involves assisting with bathing, dressing, mobility, vital signs, meal support, and housekeeping duties, while following OSHA/CDC guidelines and completing required training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED may be required based on working state.
• Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program and competencies per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with self-administration of medications.
• May administer medications with proper training.
• Assists residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance.
• Assists residents with bathing and maintaining cleanliness of all body areas.
• Helps residents with toileting needs.
• Helps residents with dressing and undressing and maintaining proper clothing.
• Assists residents in transferring, repositioning and walking.
• Obtain vital signs accurately and reports changes in resident health status.
• Adheres to OSHA and CDC guidelines to minimize infections by following aseptic cleaning techniques, including those that apply to blood borne pathogens.
• Demonstrates safe and proper techniques for chemical use, and follows SDS guidelines for any exposure.
• Assists with preparing and serving nutritious, appealing meals and snacks to residents following orders, standards and regulations.
• Folds, hangs and distributes clean linens and personal clothing.
• Prepares and launders soiled linen / clothing.
• Cleans residents' rooms and bathrooms, work areas and other public areas.
• Takes part in community involvement in location and works with volunteers.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sanford Health in Minnesota seeks compassionate caregivers to support residents with medications and daily living tasks in a safe, respectful environment. The role emphasizes quality care aligned with location standards and requires attention to patient comfort and safety.

The position involves assisting with bathing, dressing, mobility, vital signs, meal support, and housekeeping duties, while following OSHA/CDC guidelines and completing required training.