CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - FT - Varies

Sanford; Red Oak (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Weekend shift differential

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Sanford Health in Red Oak, IA is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to deliver resident-centered care in our long-term care setting. Under RN supervision, you assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support comfort and safety during each shift.

This role offers 40 hours per week, varied shifts, and a $3,000 sign-on bonus. Generous shift differentials and education support accompany a robust benefits package. Direct access to earnings daily is also available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum age of 16; prior clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred.
• CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or in process of obtaining certification.
• 12 hours minimum annual continuing education required; maintain certifications.
• May require Registry status for Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) as applicable.
• Driving eligibility may be required per Sanford Driving Policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and vital signs.
• Assist transfers, repositioning, and mobility; perform ROM as directed.
• Assist with meals and hydration; ensure a positive dining experience.
• Document resident interactions and report changes to the RN in charge.
• Support wellness and recreational programs; participate in committees as needed.

Skills

Caregiving

Vital signs

Infection control

Communication

Education

CNA certification

High school diploma

Job description

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:

8 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

At Red Oak, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

What's in it for you:

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement opportunities
• Various education assistance programs
• Continuing education
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full‑time or part‑time status)

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

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but is not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident. The CNA 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. The CNA completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. The CNA 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 resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. The CNA communicates resident's changing condition and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. The CNA 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. The CNA 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.

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