Resident Care Assistant — Compassionate Long-Term Care

Great Lakes Mgmt Co; West Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differentials

401(k)Match

Job summary

Great Lakes Management in West Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Resident Assistant to provide hands-on care, both physical and emotional, as outlined in each resident’s service agreement. You will assist in the dining room and participate in activities and outings.

The role requires communicating with residents and families, notifying the case manager of changes in condition, and observing residents to report changes. Daily documentation and adherence to care plans are essential.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in long term care or assisted living residence (Preferred)
• Registered as a Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aid or Certified Nursing Assistant (Preferred)
• Ability to make responsible choices and decisions and act in the resident’s best interests.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living) as indicated on the individualized service agreement
• Help each resident to reach and maintain the highest level of performance and independence
• Provide residents with both physical and emotional support
• Assist with treatments as delegated by the Registered Nurse per the resident service agreement
• The Resident Assistant observes clients and reports changes in physical and emotional condition such as change in attitude, loss of appetite, weight, etc. to the casemanager.
• Interact with residents to provide reassurance, engagement, and redirection as appropriate
• Complete all required documentation daily, service schedule, flow sheet, communication book, etc.

Skills

Decision making

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA)

Job description

Great Lakes Management in West Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Resident Assistant to provide hands-on care, both physical and emotional, as outlined in each resident’s service agreement. You will assist in the dining room and participate in activities and outings.

The role requires communicating with residents and families, notifying the case manager of changes in condition, and observing residents to report changes. Daily documentation and adherence to care plans are essential.