Resident Assistant

Ebenezer•Saint Louis Park, MN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

TowerLight Senior Living is looking for a Resident Assistant/Home Health Aide to provide personal care to residents in assisted living and memory care. This role involves improving and/or maintaining the residents’ physical and emotional well-being. No CNA MN NAR is required unless the applicant is under 18 years old. On-the-job training will be provided for medication administration.

Requirements

Less than 1 year of experience.
Ability to use technology in the form of computers, handheld devices, cell phones, and fax machines.
If under 18, must be on the MN NA registry and site must be able to manage restrictions that they are not able to pass medications or operate a mechanical lift independently.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years experience.

Responsibilities

Supports residents with daily living activities, including bathing, foot and fingernail care, shaving, dressing, hair care, feeding, toileting, and assistance with hearing aids and/or glasses.
Assists with 1-2 person transfers and the use of mechanical lifts.
Assists with treatments as outlined in individualized care plans under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, such as blood glucose monitoring.
Administers or assists with medications, including insulin injections, as directed by a Registered Nurse.
Takes and records vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
May assist with household tasks including laundry, cleaning, meal service, and resident activities.
Monitors and reports changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition (e.g., mood, appetite, weight).
Communicates observations to appropriate staff and contributes relevant input to care planning.
Acts as a mandated reporter, promptly reporting any concerns related to potential mistreatment.
Responds appropriately to resident needs and building emergencies, following established protocols.