CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - FT Days

Good Samaritan; Spencer (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO from day one

Leadership development

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Nursing Assistant (NA) role at De Smet, SD supports residents in long-term care with daily living activities and compassionate nursing care under RN supervision. The NA helps with bathing, grooming, nutrition, mobility, vital signs, and basic health tasks, while adhering to care plans and infection control policies.

Strong CNA certification and reliable teamwork are essential. The position offers a full-time schedule, day shifts, and a sign-on bonus; benefits include a 401(k)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board, or in process within four months.
• Annual continuing education minimum of 12 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Assist with activities of daily living: bathing, grooming, dressing, meals, and mobility.
• Document resident interactions and report changes to charge nurse.

Skills

CNA certification

Caregiving experience

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification (state approved)

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Facility: GSS SD Desmet Ctr Location: De Smet, SD Address: 411 Calumet Ave N, De Smet, SD 57231, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00 Salary Range: $19.00 - $25.50 Pay Info: This position is eligible for a $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

Department Details

The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of compassionate care and a range of amenities so our residents can enjoy a carefree, fulfilling lifestyle with services tailored to their needs.

Benefits Overview

We offer great benefits to our employees:

• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO accrual starting on your first day
• Leadership development

Job Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) 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. 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. Assists the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and also provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate. The NA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures, if needed. Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates resident's changing condition and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. 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. 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.

Additional Benefits and Policies

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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