Provide high-quality medical and physical care to residents in assisted living and memory care settings, including assistance with grooming, bathing, and eating. Monitor vital signs and maintain clinical documentation while advocating for resident preferences during care planning.
Evening shift, combination of 2:00pm - 10:30pm and 4:00pm - 9:00pm including every other weekend. Total of 6 shifts (45 hours) every two weeks with the option to pick up additional shifts.
Health, dental, and vision insurance. Company paid life insurance. Retirement plan, paid time off, employee assistance program, pet insurance, and more. The Resident Assistant is responsible for providing high-quality care and services to residents to support the choices of residents, while maintaining consistency with regulations and established best practices. Provide medical and physical care to residents to meet their daily needs and enable them to function at the highest possible level based upon resident preferences, regulations and established best practices. Help each resident achieve “their best day”. Demonstrate flexibility to adjust priorities in response to resident needs. Assist residents with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting. Assist residents with transferring, repositioning and walking. Obtain vital signs accurately and report changes in resident health status. Maintain all required documentation in accordance with regulations and established clinical best practices. Participate actively in the resident’s care planning and care conference, serving as the residents' closest advocate in providing care and honoring their preferences. Create a positive dining experience for customers. Assist residents with eating. Encourage resident participation in the dining program, and meal activities. Assist in preparing, storing, recording and serving meals, beverages and snacks for residents/customers. Greet each person with warmth and sincerity. Anticipate needs and provide personalized service. QualificationsQualifications: Successful completion of a state approved nursing assistant training program and current certification in Minnesota within six months of employment. Training paid by Heartwood. Demonstrated competencies in person-directed, resident-directed practice, home building, critical thinking, teamwork, self-leadership, and interpersonal effectiveness. Demonstrated compatibility with Heartwood's mission and operating philosophies. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers. Located in Crosby, MN, Heartwood offers a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and a skilled nursing facility. Our 30-acre campus is located close to the Brainerd and Cuyuna Lakes recreation areas and is surrounded by woods and wildlife providing a serene environment for residents and staff. Equal Opportunity Employer
Requires completion of a state-approved nursing assistant training program and current Minnesota certification within six months of employment. Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in English.
Market context
Minnesota nursing openings often reflect steady demand in senior care settings, where employers look for RNs who can support older adults and work reliably across shifts. These roles are competitive because an accredited nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license, and prior senior-population experience are common screening points; a bachelor’s degree can strengthen candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to senior-care experience.
