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 as one of Star Tribunes Top Workplaces for the fifth 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 Our Assisted Living Facilities: Lakewood Pines and Lakewood Manor are licensed assisted living facilities. Lakewood Pines has 43 apartments and Lakewood Manor has 26 apartments. 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 Position The universal worker will provide personalized, compassionate care to residents while focusing on dignity and respect for each resident in their care. Duties & Responsibilities Provide assistance to residents with daily activities such as bathing and passing medications 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 This position for part-time evenings, working approximately 5-8 shifts every two weeks from 4pm-8pm. Universal workers start at $17/hr, with CNA certification at $19/hr. Starting pay does not include additional compensation available through: Competitive shift differential (PM/Noc), shift pick-up, overtime Increases based on certifications, education, experience or additional duties Not certified, but want to become certified? LHS offers on-site and online CNA courses several times per year. Qualifications Qualifications Current MN Certified Nursing Assistant certificate preferred but not required. Next Steps Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience? >>>Contact Rhonda Ekholm to discuss the possibilities further : Rhonda Ekholm P: 218-894-6503 E: (e-mail removed) 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 Flex Time Off & Wellness Time Off 401K Match Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year Best-in-region employer HSA contributions New in 2024 - 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! Apply Online | Careers - Lakewood Health System Lakewood Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.