Ecumen Pathstone Living
Overview

Ecumen Pathstone is hiring a Unit Assistant. Ecumen Pathstone is a campus community offering comprehensive care services. Ecumen Pathstone consists of assisted living, long-term care, rehabilitation care, memory care, adult day services, and independent living. Ecumen also offers homecare, hospice, as well as a supply store- all within the Mankato, MN area.

Ecumen Overview

Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve.

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.

Schedule: Part-Time - We can be flexible with school schedules!

This position requires no experience and is a stepping stone to becoming a CNA!



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 17 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

Ecumen 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.

Ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents, patients and staff is one of our highest priorities at Ecumen. To ensure we are complying with CMS guidelines, this position requires candidates to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or submit for an exemption request prior to starting employment.

We participate in E-Verify.