Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Long Term Care

Avera Health; Granite Falls (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO day 1 for eligible hires

Sign-on bonus up to $1,000

Career development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Avera Granite Falls Health Care Center is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) for an evening shift in a skilled nursing setting. You will assist residents with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and document care provided. PTO starts day 1, and a sign-on bonus may be offered based on experience.

Active MN CNA or enrollment in a qualifying class is required within 30 days of application; the role emphasizes patient safety, confidentiality, and compassionate team care.

Qualifications

• Active MN CNA or enrollment in a MN CNA class ending within 30 days of applying.
• Ability to provide direct resident care and document accurately.
• Understanding of safety, patient rights, and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, personal care to residents in the skilled nursing facility.
• Assist with activities of daily living and restorative exercises as directed.
• Monitor vitals, document findings, and communicate status changes.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, transfers, feeding, and ambulation.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and support families emotionally.

Skills

Direct resident care

Vital signs

Documentation

Education

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Job description

Location:Avera Granite Falls Health Care CenterWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily evenings with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$22.60 - $26.00Position HighlightsAdditional Job DescriptionPosition may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $1000Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care.Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.Avera requires an active MN CNA or to be enrolled in a MN CNA class that ends within 30 days of applying, to be considered for this positionWork ScheduleEvening shift2 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; 48 hours/weeksEvery other weekend and holiday rotationYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewAccountable for providing direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical, academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function.What you will doProvides assistance to residents with their activities of daily livingPerforms routine duties and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may include but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety.Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms.Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provide feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns.Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning procedures.Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families.Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Reports all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property.Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 DaysPreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:High School or GED EquivalentLess than 1 year Related experience or trainingExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].