CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting. This PRN role supports daily living activities, measures vital signs, and collaborates with the nursing team to follow care plans and infection control policies.

The position requires CNA certification or enrollment within four months, high school graduation, and willingness to participate in ongoing competency testing and continuing education hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Minimum age of 16.
• CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing or in progress within four months, provided by facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance per care plan.
• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and mobility.
• Record vital signs and report changes to the RN/charge nurse.
• Assist with meals, hydration, and feeding; support dining experiences.
• Maintain infection prevention, PPE use, housekeeping, and resident safety.

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 NE Syracuse Ctr
Location: Syracuse, NE
Address: 1622 Walnut St, Syracuse, NE 68446, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $18.00 - $25.50

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-0273551
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No