Personal Care Attendant/Certified Nursing Aide- Short Shifts

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted a Star Tribune Top Workplace for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Care Center

Lakewood Care Center is an 87-bed, Medicare certified skilled long-term care facility recognized by Nursing Home Compare as one of the best nursing homes in Minnesota based on survey results involving nursing staff, health inspections and quality measures. We pledge to treat every person with the respect and dignity they deserve, and to focus on improving our residents’ quality of life, by delivering the highest quality of care.

Mission for PCA/CNA – Care Center

The PCA/CNA-Care Center will provide personalized, compassionate care to residents while focusing on dignity and respect for each resident in their care.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to residence with daily activities such as feeding and bathing
• Encourage residents to function at the highest level of their ability
• Communicate information regarding resident needs through written and verbal communication to appropriate staff members
• Observe proper infection control and safety procedures
• Respond positively to feedback (questions, suggestions, problems) from residents, guests, family members and fellow staff

Position Type

Now Hiring: PCA/CNA – Short Shifts

• Morning: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• Evening: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  Pick up one or both shifts—perfect for fitting into your schedule! 

Not certified, but want to become certified? LHS offers on-site CNA courses several times per year. Reach out to Ashley Wallgren to find out how you can get hired and paid while working towards your CNA!

Qualifications

• Current MN Certified Nursing Assistant certificate (can receive via paid training time on-the-job upon hire)

Ideal Candidate

• Welcomes feedback from guests, residents and fellow staff
• Prioritizes patient safety by paying close attention to detail when assisting residents with daily activities
• Thrives in a team setting

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!

• Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
• 401K Match
• Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
• Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
• Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team member’s starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we’re proud to provide! Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application. 

If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-894-8179 or email humanresources@lakewoodhealthsystem.com  

Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?

>>>Contact Ashley Wallgren to discuss the possibilities further:
Ashley Wallgren, Care Center Director of Nursing 
P: 218-894-8335
E: ashleywallgren@lakewoodhealthsystem.com 

Disclaimer:

Job postings found on third-party websites may be outdated or no longer active. For the most accurate and up-to-date listing of career opportunities, and to apply directly, please visit our official website at www.lakewoodhealthsystem.com.