Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Long Term Care

St. Benedict Health Center; Parkston (SD); Presencial; USD 41 000 - 54 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Avera St Benedict Nursing Home in South Dakota is seeking a Nurse Assistant in training to become a Certified Nurse Assistant. You will provide direct personal care to residents, assist with daily living activities, and support the care team in maintaining a safe, compassionate environment.

The role includes training to achieve CNA or Medication Aide certification, with varied shifts including every third weekend and holidays. Competitive pay and a supportive team await.

Qualificações

• CNA certification required/licensing in state of practice within 120 days.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct personal care to residents in a skilled nursing facility.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and daily tasks.
• Perform routine clinical duties such as measuring vital signs and documenting findings.
• Maintain clean, safe environment and restock supplies as needed.
• Support families with emotional and spiritual care and uphold resident rights.

Formação académica

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

High School Diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Location:Avera St Benedict Nursing HomeWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Afternoon Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$19.75 - $26.00Position Highlightsvaried shifts; 16hrs/2wks - including every third weekend and holiday.You 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 OverviewThe Nurse Assistant is in training to become a Certified Nurse Assistant. The Nurse Assistant will provide 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 doIn training to become Nurse Assistant certified and/or Medication Aide certified.Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living.Performs routine and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may includes 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. Provides 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. Report all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property.Understands and follows 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 EquivalentExpectations 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.Avera 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].