Certified Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care (LTC) - Float

Aura Health; New Underwood (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in New Underwood, SD is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide resident-centered care under the supervision of an RN. You will assist with bathing, grooming, toileting, meals, transfers, and vital sign recording to support daily living.

The role emphasizes infection control, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team. A HS diploma or GED is preferred; CNA certification is required or in process within four months; state requirements may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum age 18.
• CNA certification required or in process within four months.
• Prior clinical or long-term care experience preferred.
• Maintain required certifications, complete annual competency testing, and accrue ongoing education credits.
• Possibly qualified as a Driver and medically fit for driving duties, depending on role requirements.
• Knowledge of infection control, resident care protocols, and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and vital sign recording.
• Support psychosocial needs and personal care, including transfers, repositioning, and range of motion exercises.
• Help with meals, snacks, and hydration, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Follow infection prevention, control policies, and proper PPE use.
• Document resident interactions, health status, and care outcomes.
• Collect non-invasive specimens, communicate changes in condition to staff, and assist with housekeeping and laundry.
• Encourage participation in wellness and recreational activities.
• Assist with procedures as needed and support staff in various tasks.

Skills

Infection control

Documentation

Patient care

Transfers

Mobility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Job description

Role Overview:

The Nursing Assistant (NA) provides resident-centered nursing care and assistance with daily living activities under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and vital sign recording.
• Support psychosocial needs and personal care, including transfers, repositioning, and range of motion exercises.
• Help with meals, snacks, and hydration, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Follow infection prevention, control policies, and proper PPE use.
• Document resident interactions, health status, and care outcomes.
• Collect non-invasive specimens, communicate changes in condition to staff, and assist with housekeeping and laundry.
• Encourage participation in wellness and recreational activities.
• Assist with procedures as needed and support staff in various tasks.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum age 18.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required or in process within four months.
• Prior clinical or long-term care experience preferred.
• Maintain required certifications, complete annual competency testing, and accrue ongoing education credits.
• Possibly qualified as a Driver and medically fit for driving duties, depending on role requirements.
• Knowledge of infection control, resident care protocols, and documentation standards.

Additional Requirements:

Comply with drug screening, background checks, and workplace policies. May require state-specific certifications or additional qualifications based on location.