Resident Assistant, Long Term Care (LTC)

SD, Watertown
Sanford Health·Other Healthcare·Apr 29, 2026·Company Website

Compensation available in source system

Type

Full Time

Level

Entry Level

Education

High School

Overview

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland....

Job Description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.



Work Shift:

Evening (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Starting Rate: $14.50 - $22.50



Union Position:

No

Department Details

  • Competitive Compensation• Direct access to your earnings daily
    • Shift Differential
    • Flexible Scheduling Options Available
    • Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
    • Salary Increases
    • Referral Bonuses
    • Advancement Opportunities
    • Compassionate Leave
    • Education Assistance
    • Scholarships and Sponsorships
    • Continuing Education
    • Years of Service Recognition Program
    20% childcare discount for Our Little Village childcare center
    Sign on bonus $1500.00

Summary

Provides care to assigned residents in a caring, safe and efficient manner and is responsible to perform according to location standards, procedures and individualized resident care plans.
Dependent on the location, participates in structured training sessions to acquire skills to obtain certification to provide a higher level of resident care.

Job Description

Helps residents with outerwear or shoes as needed. Assures residents' spiritual needs are met by willing and employees (Self or others). Assists residents by passing snacks and trays, pouring beverages as needed, and maintaining pleasant dining atmosphere. Assists residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance.

Safeguards residents' property. Keeps residents' living areas pleasant and orderly. Provides residents with opportunities for independence and choice consistent with their care plans. Maintains residents' self-esteem, privacy, and confidentiality of personal information.

Documents care provided to residents. Receives and shares information; observes and reports residents' conditions to appropriate staff. Works with team members and other staff members in a helpful, respectful, and courteous manner. Assists residents in meeting their social needs through interaction with staff, family, and other residents. Responds appropriately to resident requests for help and maintains positive relationships with residents' friends and family members. Responds promptly to residents' call lights.

Assists residents in meeting their social needs through interaction with staff, family, and other residents. Seeks clarification of assignments and asks questions when needed. Expresses ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing. Requests ongoing feedback on task performance. Completes documentation as assigned. Listens effectively, shares work-related information with appropriate staff members. Keeps supervisor informed.

Maintains safe work practices and follows center/campus safety procedures.

Follows center/campus infection control procedures.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
If working at a facility in which a lift is utilized to move residents, must meet the minimum state age requirement.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

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