Universal Worker/CNA- Full-Time-PM

Lakewood Health System; Minnesota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Minnesota is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Universal Workers. This role focuses on delivering personalized care to residents, ensuring their dignity and respect are prioritized. You will assist with daily activities and help residents maintain their independence. With a commitment to quality, this organization offers a supportive environment and opportunities for growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in healthcare.

Benefits

Generous Planned Time Off

401K Match

Annual Tuition Assistance

Employer Paid Healthcare Premiums

Qualifications

• Provide personalized care focusing on dignity and respect.
• Assist residents with daily activities and medication management.

Responsibilities

• Help residents with daily activities like bathing and medication.
• Encourage residents to function at their highest ability.
• Communicate resident needs to staff members.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Communication Skills

Infection Control Procedures

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Lakewood Pines - Staples, MN

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Job Category: Entry Level

Description

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for the fifth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About Our Assisted Living Facilities:

Lakewood Pines and Lakewood Manor are licensed assisted living facilities. Lakewood Pines has 43 apartments, and Lakewood Manor has 26 apartments. We pledge to treat every person with the respect and dignity they deserve, and to focus on improving our residents’ quality of life, by delivering the highest quality of care.

Mission for Position

The universal worker will provide personalized, compassionate care to residents while focusing on dignity and respect for each resident in their care.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to residents with daily activities such as bathing and passing medications

• Encourage residents to function at the highest level of their ability

• Communicate information regarding resident needs through written and verbal communication to appropriate staff members

• Observe proper infection control and safety procedures

• Respond positively to feedback (questions, suggestions, problems) from residents, guests, family members and fellow staff

Position Type

• It will be a full-time position(64-72 hours every 2 weeks)(2pm-10:30pm), 8-hour shifts, every other weekend.

Universal workers start at $17/hr, with CNA certification at $19/hr.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Current MN Certified Nursing Assistant certificate preferred but notrequired.

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!

• Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
• 401K Match
• Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
• Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
• Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team member’s starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we’re proud to provide!

Next Steps

Interested, but will the schedule work for you?Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?

>>>Contact Alexis Close to discuss the possibilities further:
Alexis Close, Director of Assisted Living and Clinical Services
P: 218-894-6701
E: [e-mail]

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