CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan; Westbrook (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 35,128; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement

Health insurance

Generous shift differentials

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Westbrook, MN, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate care to residents in a long-term care setting. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, documenting care, and ensuring a supportive environment. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and possess a CNA certification, which the facility provides.

A competitive wage ranging from $19.00 to $25.50 based on experience is offered, along with an attractive benefits package for qualifying employees, including health and dental insurance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Previous clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Minimum age 16 years required.
• Completion of yearly competency testing and continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Document resident interactions and communicate changes to charge nurse.
• Assist with food preparation and dining experiences for residents.

Skills

Caring and empathy

Attention to detail

Communication

Basic health care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Job description

Facility

Facility: GSS MN Westbrook Ctr

Location: Westbrook, MN

Address: 149 1st Ave, Westbrook, MN 56183, USA

Schedule

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $19.00 - $25.50

Department Details

Come join a rewarding and humbling team environment that not only cares about the people who live here but also those that work here.

• various shifts available
• $19+ wage based on experience
• 401K retirement available
• generous shift differentials

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.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

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.

Additional Information

Req Number: R-0261912

Job Function: Nursing

Featured: No