Resident Assistant - Full-Time

Ecumen; North Branch (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecumen North Branch is hiring a Resident Assistant to provide personal care and health-related services to residents according to individualized care plans. The role emphasizes documenting services accurately and following the daily schedule.

You will support daily living activities, mobility, toileting, and safety while collaborating with nurses and care teams. Full-time position with two shift options: 2:00pm-10:00pm and 10:00pm-6:00am, including every other weekend and rotating holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including HIPAA, and other relevant policies.

Responsibilities

• Assists with dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, ambulation, transferring per individualized care plan.
• Assists with AM and HS cares including oral care as needed.
• Incontinence care; assistance with assistive devices, glasses and hearing aids.
• Medication administration as delegated by the RN.
• Observes, documents and reports changes in residents’ physical, cognitive and emotional condition.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Resident Assistant is responsible for providing personal care and delegated health-related services designed to maintain the resident’s physical and emotional well-being. This position is responsible for following the service schedule for each resident and correctly documents services provided.

About Us:

Ecumen North Branch is hiring a Resident Assistant. Ecumen North Branch consists of 51 assisted living rental apartment homes, 68 nursing home beds, 20 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care as well as transitional care services.

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details:

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• Shift: 2:00pm-10:00pm & 10:00pm-6:00am.
• Position works various weekdays, every other weekend & rotating holidays.

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $20.59 to $22.88 per hour.
• Shift Differential for evenings ($1.00/hour) and overnights ($2.00/hour).
• Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits:

• Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Assists with treatments and activities of daily living as delegated by the Clinical Director per individualized care plan including:
   • Dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, ambulation, transferring;
   • Assists with AM and HS cares including oral care as needed;
   • Incontinence care;
   • Assistive devices, glasses and hearing aids;
   • Medication administration as delegated by the RN
2. Assists with medication, treatments and activities of daily living as delegated by the Clinical Director per individualized care plan.
3. Observes, documents and reports changes in physical, cognitive and emotional condition of any of the residents.
4. Promotes independence with residents, offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
5. Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment and supports all team members within the community as directed by the Clinical Director or Registered Nurse.
6. Completes scheduled cleaning tasks.
7. Leads and assists resident activities as assigned.
8. Responds appropriately to all safety hazards, call lights, requests and reassignment of duties.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Must be 17 years of age or older
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Previous experience with working with seniors
• Certified Nursing Assistant CNA and/or Home Health Aide