Resident Assistant- Assisted Living

Location: Hendricks, MN Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Hendricks Community Hospital Association is seeking a qualified individual to join our team! Position Highlights Hendricks Community Hospital Association is seeking a qualified individual to join our team! We are looking for a Resident Assistant to work with our assisted living residents. Weekend differentials available. Every third weekend and holiday rotation is required Starting hourly wage is $19 an hour. Rate is based upon experience. Shift hours are 9am to 2pm QUALIFICATIONS: Previous experience with geriatric resident care preferred. Previous experience with housekeeping and laundry tasks preferred. Ability to follow sanitation and safety procedures as established by food service standards and the HCHA dietary department. Must be able to plan and prioritize resident needs. Must be able to work with geriatric tenants and understand their special needs. Must possess good interpersonal skills and communication skills. Must possess good organizational and prioritization skills. Requires analytical skills and the ability to evaluate and solve problems. Must exhibit a spirit of cooperation and teamwork. Good leadership, initiative, and judgment skills preferred. JOB ACCOUNTABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITY Supports a high level of customer service to the assisted living tenants through communication, attitude, responsiveness and engagement. Work closely with the Lifestyle and Wellness Coordinator on enrichment opportunities for residents. Assists the assisted living tenants with needs based on services provided according to the facility Universal Disclosure of Assisted Living Services and Amenities (UDALSA). Provides resident safety checks according to current facility policy. Pick up breakfast trays from resident rooms. Assist with meal serving and room tray deliveries as needed in collaboration with the dietary department. Clean the dining room and process the dishes following the noon meal. Keep facility clean and tidy. Maintains knowledge and practices infection control procedures. Knows safety and emergency procedures such as fire, tornado, disaster, etc. Respects resident confidentiality. Reports pertinent observations and significant changes in tenants condition to the Clinical Nurse Supervisor. Attends in-services and staff meetings. Maintain CPR certification. Complete all required education upon hire and annually thereafter. At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.