CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Shift differential for nights/weekends

401K retirement available

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting. You will assist with daily living activities and vital signs under RN supervision, contributing to a compassionate, Christian-based care environment.

Requirements include CNA certification and ongoing continuing education. The role may involve driving duties where applicable; apply to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 16.
• CNA certification with State Board or in process within four months.
• Annual continuing education of 12 hours required.
• On applicable states, registered with UAP Registry.
• May require Sanford Category II Driver status with motor vehicle report.

Responsibilities

• Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under RN supervision.
• Assists with activities of daily living including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and feeding.
• Documents resident interactions and vital signs; communicates changes to charge nurse.
• Supports transfer, positioning, and mobility using proper techniques and equipment.
• Participates in wellness and recreational programs as needed.

Skills

CNA Certification

Education

CNA Certification

High School Diploma / GED

State CNA License

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.

Facility: GSS MN Westbrook Ctr
Location: Westbrook, MN
Address: 149 1st Ave, Westbrook, MN 56183, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $19.00 - $25.50

Department Details

Come join our nursing team at Good Samaritan Westbrook. We are a family oriented work place where we care about our residents.

• $19+ per hour based on experience
• flexible schedule
• Additional Shift differential for nights and weekends
• 401K Retirement available

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.

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-0272070
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No