CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Nebraska; On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Alma, NE is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) to deliver resident-centered care in a long-term care setting under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves daily living assistance, basic health-related tasks, and ensuring safety and infection-control practices.

The position supports residents' wellbeing, documents care, and participates in wellness activities. Requires CNA certification, high school diploma or GED, and minimum age 16; facility offers a

Qualifications

• CNA certification required or in progress.
• High school diploma or GED required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing and daily living assistance under RN supervision.
• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, meals, and mobility.
• Follow infection prevention and PPE protocols.
• Document resident care, vital signs, and outcomes.
• Support wellness and recreational activities and report changes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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 Alma
Location: Alma, NE
Address: 719 Brown St, Alma, NE 68920, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per care plan.
• Known and 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 the resident.
• Assists the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment; provides range of motion and passive exercises.
• Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, and creates a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate.
• Aids providers and nursing staff with procedures as needed; documents resident interactions and outcomes related to care, behavior, activity, and dietary progress.
• Communicates resident's changing condition and care-related concerns to the charge nurse; collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs.
• Provides housekeeping and laundry services to keep living areas clean and operational.
• Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages resident participation.
• 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.
• Good Samaritan 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].
• 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.

Req Number: R-0268205
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No