Part-Time Morning Resident Assistant
- $500 sign-on bonus
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About the job
$19.19–$22.25/hour, Morning shift, 6 AM–2:30 PM, part-time. Help residents at Vista Prairie at Fieldcrest start their day with the care and dignity they deserve.
Vista Prairie at Fieldcrest is an assisted living and memory care community in Sheldon, Iowa. As a Resident Assistant, you'll be part of the morning team that helps residents get their day started comfortable, safe, and cared for.
What You'll Do
- Help residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal care
- Assist with mobility and safe transfers
- Administer medications as directed, following state and facility guidelines
- Check in with residents throughout the morning and flag any changes in health or mood to the care team
- Create real moments of connection, not just checked-off tasks
What You'll Need
Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal care instructions
Preferred
- One year of experience in assisted living or another health care setting
Pay and Benefits
- $19.19–$22.25/hour, based on experience
- $500 sign-on bonus for AM shift. Must be scheduled 40+ hours per pay period
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Employee referral program
- Educational assistance program
Schedule
Part-time, mornings, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Next Steps
Apply today. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 48 hours.
To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.
Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
From Vista Prairie Communities's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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