CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - FT FLEX - Increased Premiums

Sanford; De Smet (SD); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sanford Health in South Dakota is hiring a Nursing Assistant (NA) to provide resident-centered care in long-term care settings. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vitals, and supporting the nursing team under supervision of an RN.

Position offers varied shifts (days/evenings/nights/weekends), a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and a flex schedule with additional shift differentials. 36 hours weekly; nursing duties with infection control and safety protocols required.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or enrollment in CNA program.

Responsabilités

• Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming and feeding.
• Record and monitor vital signs and report changes to RN.
• Assist with transfers, mobility and range of motion exercises.
• Document care provided and coordinate with nursing staff for care plans.
• Support wellness activities and maintain a clean, safe living environment.

Connaissances

Patient care

Vital signs

Infection control

Communication

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

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.

Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Compensation: Salary Range: $19.00 - $25.50

This position is eligible for a $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

Union Position: No

Department Details

FLEX Position will entail the below:

• Schedule will vary and include days, evenings, nights and weekends. Non-Block Scheduling.
• Additional $5 per hour FLEX premium for hours worked with the agreement of the varying, non-block schedule
• Additional $1.25 per hour weekend shift differential
• Additional $1.25 per hour evening/night shift differential; 6:00pm - 6:00am

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.

Job Description

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.

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

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