Resident Assistant

Job Overview Northern Lakes Senior Living has a positive and family-like culture in a beautiful setting, located at 8186 Excelsior Road in Baxter, MN (Brainerd). Our care community hosts Assisted and Memory Care services for a total of 68 units. Managed by Ebenezer, we are proud of our skilled, compassionate, and good‑natured team of employees. “It’s a good life at Northern Lakes.” The Resident Assistant is responsible for providing personal care and designated health‑related services to enhance and/or maintain the residents' physical and emotional well‑being. The role includes training to pass medications as this is part of their regular duties. Caregiver schedule includes: 32 hours per two weeks Night shift Every other weekend and holiday rotation This position is responsible for providing personal care and designated health‑related services to enhance and/or maintain the residents’ physical and emotional well‑being. Responsibilities Assist residents with personal cares, including but not limited to: bathing/showering, foot and fingernail care, shaving, dressing, assistance with use of hearing aids and/or glasses, hair care, feeding, toileting, escorts, 1–2 person transfers and use of mechanical lift. Provide health‑related services as directed: assist with treatments per individualized care plan under the direction of the Registered Nurse (includes blood glucose monitoring). Administer medication or assist with this under the direction of the Registered Nurse (includes insulin injections). Take and record temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Perform specified home services: perform laundry service per schedule, follow cleaning schedule for the shift worked, deliver meal trays, assist with meal service in dining room. Assist with preparing for and/or facilitating resident social and recreational activities as assigned and as requested. Observe residents and report status to appropriate staff. Notify appropriate staff of changes in physical and/or emotional conditions such as changes in attitude or mood, loss of appetite, changes in weight. Serve as a mandated reporter and report any concerns regarding potential mistreatment. Offer pertinent observations and input. Respond appropriately to resident and building emergencies. Required Qualifications Less than 1 year experience Ability to use technology, including computers, handheld devices, cell phones, and fax machines If under 18 must be on the MN NA registry; site must manage restrictions that prevent passing medications or operating a mechanical lift independently. Preferred Qualifications 1–3 years experience Benefit Overview Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more. Compensation Disclaimer An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign‑on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored. EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fairview Health Services