CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Local Traveler

Good Samaritan; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Grand Island, NE is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting under RN supervision. The role includes assisting with daily living activities, vital signs, and documenting care, while upholding infection control and PPE protocols.

Requirements include CNA certification and being 18+; 3 months LTC experience preferred. Scheduling requires at least 30 hours per month with one weekend shift monthly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assist residents with daily living activities including bathing, grooming, and meals.
• Record vital signs and document resident care.
• Assist with transfers, repositioning, and mobility.
• Maintain infection control practices and use of PPE.
• Provide housekeeping and laundry assistance to residents.
• Support wellness and recreational programs and participate in department tasks as needed.

Education

CNA certification

High School Diploma

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Careers With Purpose Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS NE Grand Island Vlg Location: Grand Island, NE Address: 4075 Timberline St, Grand Island, NE 68803, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50 Department Details Travel required to support multiple locations within 75-mile radius of permanent address.

Premium Pay Rates

• $7/hour premium on all hours worked.
• $1.25/hour weekend shift differential
• $1.25/hour evening/night shift differential (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

Experience Requirements

• 3 months experience in Long Term Care required (6 months preferred)

Scheduling Requirements

• Minimum of 30 hours per month
• One weekend shift per month

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 of 18 years of age. 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. Colorado: Depending on facility, Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) certification with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment required. Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific