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Great Lakes Mgmt Co·Rochester, Minnesota
Resident Assistant (PM shift) - Cottagewood Senior Communities · $18 - $23/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 318 posted nursing roles in Rochester, Minnesota rates. This role sits in the 5th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 52% below the Rochester, Minnesota median for nursing roles.
The Resident Assistant provides physical and emotional support to residents by assisting with activities of daily living and monitoring their health conditions. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate daily documentation and participating in resident engagement activities.
Job Overview Our Resident Assistants provide both physical and emotional care to our Residents and their families.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
Assist residents with ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living) as identified in the service plan. These cares may include all or some of the following: assisting with dressing, grooming and oral cares; shampooing of hair; assisting with showering or bathing; toileting; rubbing with lotions; fingernail cares and foot cares if instructed by an RN; redirection of confused client, and other cares as assigned
Assisting with ambulation and transfers, including proper use of a transfer belt and assistive devices and proper body mechanics to avoid injury.
Assist in use of hearing aids and glasses for residents.
Help each resident to reach and maintain the highest level of performance and independence.
Provide residents with both physical and emotional support.
Assist with treatments as delegated by the Registered Nurse per the resident service agreement
Observe client and report changes in physical and emotional condition such as change in attitude, loss of appetite, weight, etc.
Assist with activities by encouraging activity participation and escorting residents to scheduled activities
Candidates must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. The role requires the ability to prioritize tasks, maintain confidentiality, and perform basic math and English language duties.
Interact with residents to provide reassurance, engagement, and redirection as appropriate.
Complete all required documentation daily; service schedule, flow sheet, communication book, etc.
Attend In-service training as assigned
Working Hours We have FT & PT shifts available. The RA will be required to work every other weekend and some holidays.
Gentle Touch Health Initiatives is an at-will employer. This job description is a guideline and does not constitute a written or implied employment contract. GTHI is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.
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.