Resident Assistant, Part-Time

Ecumen•St Peter, MN

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant (Caregiver or Nursing Assistant CNA) provides personal care and delegated health-related services to support residents’ physical and emotional well-being. The role follows each resident’s service schedule and accurately documents services provided. No experience or certification is required; onsite training is provided. Ecumen is hiring Resident Assistants at Ecumen Prairie Hill and Ecumen Sand Prairie in St. Peter, Minnesota. Sand Prairie offers 42 assisted living apartments. Prairie Hill includes 43 independent and assisted living homes and 20 memory care residences. Ecumen describes itself as Minnesota’s 8th largest nonprofit senior living provider, with over 160 years of experience. This is a part-time position with morning shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. and evening shifts from 2:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Schedules include various weekdays, every other weekend, and rotating holidays. The targeted pay range is $20.00–$23.00 per hour; new-hire pay may depend on experience, qualifications, certifications, licenses, and education. Benefits vary based on regularly scheduled hours and include paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well-being resources.

Requirements

Must be 17 years of age or older.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow facility safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including policies and requirements concerning vulnerable adults and abuse, HIPAA, residents’ rights, universal precautions, AWAIR, OSHA, right-to-know, SDS, ADA, HUD, and fair housing.
No prior experience or certification is required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily activities, including dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, mobility, and transferring.
Provide morning and evening care, including oral hygiene and incontinence care.
Help residents use assistive devices such as glasses and hearing aids.
Administer medications and treatments as delegated by the RN or Clinical Director.
Observe and report changes in residents’ physical, emotional, or cognitive condition.
Encourage resident independence by offering choices and promoting self-care.
Collaborate with team members in a flexible, fast-paced environment.
Complete light cleaning tasks and support resident activities.
Respond promptly to safety hazards, call lights, and team needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow each resident’s service schedule and correctly document services provided.