Certified Nursing Assistant - Pre Testing - Days

Sanford Health; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Dakota is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide patient-centered care and support daily living activities. The role involves assisting patients with basic healthcare needs under the supervision of nursing staff. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and preferably a CNA certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities like bathing and grooming.
• Administer delegated tasks and record vital signs.
• Prepare patient treatment areas and clean medical equipment.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Details

• Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Salary Range: $15.00 - $23.00
• Union Position: No

Department Details

Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The NA provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist with basic healthcare needs including activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation, and addressing emotional and spiritual needs.
2. Administer delegated tasks and treatments.
3. Record vital signs and other basic health information.
4. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed.
5. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.
6. Prepare patient treatment areas, clean medical equipment, and dispose of biomedical waste following standards and policies.
7. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
8. Provide one-on-one care to patients when necessary for safe care provision.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required. Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred. Must obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications. In North Dakota, non-CNA employees must be listed on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry within four months of employment or upon training completion.

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

If you require accommodations during the application process due to a disability, please call 1-877-673-0854 or email [e-mail].