CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - FT - Days

Good Samaritan Society; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health in Villisca, IA is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for full-time day shifts at the GSS IA Villisca Center. The CNA will provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under RN supervision, including helping with activities of daily living and documenting care.

Responsibilities include vital signs, mobility assistance, basic health care tasks, and participation in wellness activities.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• CNA certification with State Board of Nursing required or being processed within four months.
• Minimum annual continuing education as required by facility and state.
• For some states, may require Unlicensed Assistive Person registry.
• May be classified as Sanford Category II Driver with valid license where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under RN supervision.
• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and nutrition.
• Collect and record vital signs and monitor resident conditions.
• Maintain infection prevention practices and PPE usage.
• Assist with transfers, range of motion, and mobility.

Skills

Empathy

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Mobility assistance

Education

CNA certification (State Board)

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: GSS IA Villisca Ctr
Location: Villisca, IA
Address: 202 Central Ave, Villisca, IA 50864, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50
Pay Info: $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Job Summary

The Nursing Assistant (CNA) serves as caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long term care. Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned resident under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per care plan. Considered a member of the nursing team and is expected to know, and will be held accountable for, following infection prevention and control policies and Personal Protective Equipment use. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident(s). The CNA assists the resident(s) in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and also provides a range of motion and passive exercises. The CNA completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the residents. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate.

The CNA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures, if needed. Documents of resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. The CNA communicates residents' changing conditions and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. The CNA provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. The CNA may participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.

Responsibilities

• The Nursing Assistant (CNA) serves as caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long term care.
• Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned resident under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN).
• Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per care plan.
• Considered a member of the nursing team and is expected to know, and will be held accountable for, following infection prevention and control policies and Personal Protective Equipment use.
• The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident(s).
• The CNA assists the resident(s) in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and also provides a range of motion and passive exercises.
• The CNA completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the residents.
• Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate.
• The CNA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures, if needed.
• Documents of resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary.
• The CNA communicates residents' changing conditions and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse.
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs.
• The CNA provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational.
• Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate.
• The CNA may participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 16. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Required Certified Nursing Assistant CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certified CNA within four months of date into the position by being enrolled in a training program or in the process of obtaining certification through Endorsement. CNA training and certification required and provided by facility.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually. Maintains all department specific required certifications.
• When applicable, for applicable states, certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
• Dependent on facility and required responsibilities, this role may classify as a Sanford Category II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license.
• Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy per the leaders request.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0263556
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No