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City/State: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Categories: Patient Care (Non RN/LPN)

Shift: Ebenezer

Job Status: night

Req ID: 147334

Pay Range: Ebenezer

Job Overview

Opened in 2020, the **Pillars of Prospect Park** is conveniently located off the light rail transit station and close to the metro bus near the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis, MN. This senior living community features 133 Independent living, 106 assisted living and 44 memory care apartments. Two buildings, make up this vibrant community and also encompasses an on-site Intergenerational Child Care Center. Join our team of dedicated employees who share in our mission to help our seniors heal, discover, and educate for longer healthier, more meaningful lives.

We are looking for a **Lead** **Resident Assistant** whom would be responsible for providing personal cares and designated health related services to improve and/or maintain the senior residents’ physical and emotional well-being. Will also get trained to pass medications. NO CNA required, unless under 18 years old.

This Lead Caregiver position includes;

+ 64 hours every two weeks ; full-time

+ Overnight Shift ; shift differential available

+ Every other weekend and holiday rotation

**Ebenezer is proud to be voted 2024 Star Tribune Top Work Place** , and has received this honor fifteen years in a row. We're an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

+ Assists 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

+ Provides health-related services as directed:

+ Assists with treatments per individualized care plan under the direction of the Registered Nurse. (Includes blood glucose monitoring)

+ Administers medication or assists with this under the direction of the Registered Nurse (includes insulin injections).

+ Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

+ Performs specified home services:

+ Performs laundry service per schedule.

+ Follows cleaning schedule for the shift worked.

+ Delivers meal trays.

+ Assists with meal service in dining room.

+ Assists with preparing for and/or facilitating resident social and recreational activities as assigned and as requested.

+ Observes residents and reports status to appropriate staff.

+ Notifies appropriate staff of changes in physical and/or emotional conditions such as change in attitude or mood, loss of appetite, change in weight.

+ Serves as a mandated reporter and reports any concerns regarding potential mistreatment

+ Offers pertinent observations and input.

+ Helps facilitate and responds appropriately to resident and building emergencies.

+ Acts as main trainer for Resident Assistants:

+ Assists with welcoming and orienting new team members to their position and the community

+ Demonstrates proper resident care procedures

+ Assists with training and incorporating new standards

+ Offers appropriate feedback and encouragement to new employees

+ Creates a friendly and welcoming atmosphere

+ Assist the Director of Health Services with Resident Assistant staffing assignments:

+ Helps with call-ins during the shift, adjusting schedule if necessary.

+ Takes after hours and/or weekend staffing phone, per facility need.

+ Assist the Director of Health Services with administrative duties as assigned.

+ Medication destruction (under supervision of RN)

+ Medication cycle sorting, set-up, printing MAR’s (RN still needs to check and sign-off)

+ Provider visit coordination (e.g. podiatry)

+ Orders supplies

+ Calls families when personal supplies are running low.

+ Filing

Required Qualifications

+ 1 year One to Three Years

+ Ability to use technology in the form of computers, hand held devices, cell phone, fax machines.

+ Must have a block schedule of a 0.2 FTE or greater per pay period

Preferred Qualifications

+ Vocational/Technical Training or Associate Degree: CNA or HHA Certification

+ Three to Five Years

Benefit Overview

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to 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! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebennezercares.org/employee-benefits (http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits)

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.

EEO Statement

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status