Resident Assistant Medication Aide - Assisted Living - PRN

Join our not-for-profit organization with over 100 years of providing housing and services to seniors, committed to quality care and service in a Christian environment. Facility: GSS MN New Hope Lodge, located at 2765 Virginia Ave N, New Hope, MN 55427.

About the role

Seeking a PRN / fill-in Resident Assistant Med Aide or CNA to pick up open shifts on an as-needed basis. Some weekday orientation and training required. Additional $1.25/hour for all weekend hours and hours after 6pm.

Join us at The Lodge of New Hope, an assisted living community nestled in a quiet neighborhood, conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and healthcare. Our 31 cozy apartments and comfortable common areas are supported by a skilled and caring staff, offering a wide range of services and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provides care and services such as medication administration, healthcare services, and assistance with activities of daily living in a caring, safe, and efficient manner.
• Assists residents with self-administration of medications; may administer medications with proper training.
• Assists residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance, including bathing and cleanliness of all body areas.
• Helps residents with toileting needs, dressing, undressing, and maintaining proper clothing.
• Assists residents in transferring, repositioning, and walking.
• Obtains vital signs accurately and reports changes in resident health status.
• Adheres to OSHA and CDC guidelines to minimize infections by following aseptic cleaning techniques, including those for bloodborne pathogens.
• Demonstrates safe and proper techniques for chemical use and follows SDS guidelines for any exposure.
• Assists with preparing and serving nutritious, appealing meals and snacks following orders, standards, and regulations.
• Folds, hangs, and distributes clean linens and personal clothing; prepares and launders soiled linen/clothing.
• Cleans residents' rooms and bathrooms, work areas, and other public areas.
• Takes part in community involvement and works with volunteers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; may be required based on working state.
• If working at a facility where a lift is utilized to move residents, must meet the minimum state age requirement.
• Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program and competencies per state guidelines.

Pay

Base Pay: $17.00 - $25.50/hour (based on experience). With an active MN CNA, base pay is $18.00 - $25.50/hour (based on experience).