Resident Assistant
About the role
The Resident Assistant / Caregiver is responsible for providing personal care and delegated health-related services designed to maintain the resident’s physical and emotional well-being. This position is responsible for following the service schedule for each resident and correctly documents services provided. There is no experience or certification needed for this position! We provide a robust onsite training program.
About Us
Ecumen Pathstone in Mankato, MN is hiring a Resident Assistant to join our caring team. As part of a comprehensive senior living campus offering assisted living, long-term care, memory care, rehab, adult day services, independent living, homecare, and hospice, Ecumen is a nonprofit leader with over 160 years of experience. Ranked among Minnesota’s largest senior living providers, we’re dedicated to compassionate care, innovation, and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for both residents and team members.
Schedule
Full-Time Shifts: 2:00pm-10:15pm or 10:00pm-6:15am Position will work various weekdays, every other weekend & rotating holidays.
Pay
The targeted pay range for this job is $19.00 - $22.00 per hour. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
Benefits
Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily activities like dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, mobility, and transferring.
- Provide morning and evening care, including oral hygiene and incontinence care.
- Help with use of 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.
Requirements
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
- Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Previous experience with working with seniors
- Certified Nursing Assistant CNA and/or Home Health Aide