Overview-

Are you interested in becoming a CNA? Starting wage $16.20 per hour! Grand Village is hiring a Unit Assistant. Grand Village consists of 114 nursing home beds and is located in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Classes are fully paid for and start soon! Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

Responsibilities-

The Unit Assistant provides non-direct care for resident services and assists the nursing department by performing non-clinical functions. Entry-level position intended for individuals considering Nursing Assistant certification.

Essential job responsibilities include:

• Answers call lights and responds to resident requests that do not require hands-on care. Notifies nursing staff if residents have direct care needs.
• Transports/escorts residents around facility as needed, according to proper safety procedures.
• Makes beds, stocks linen carts, and maintains supplies in resident rooms and supply room.
• Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire drills and other emergency situations.
• Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all employees within the community as directed by the Director or Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

Unit Assistant

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• At least 16 years of age or older
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations
• Must be willing and able to enroll in a Certified Nursing Assistant program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience volunteering or working with seniors

Equal Opportunity Employer

Grand Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We participate in E-Verify.