CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN - St. Vincent's

sanford; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous night and weekend shift diffs

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting in Bismarck, ND. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, vital signs, and basic nursing tasks under RN supervision.

The position requires an active CNA certification and a high school diploma or GED, with opportunities for advancement, education assistance, and access to earnings daily. Competitive benefits apply for full-time or part-time status.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification required at time of hire.
• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 16; prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing.
• Record vital signs and report changes to the RN in charge.
• Assist with transferring, repositioning, and mobility using proper technique.
• Support meals, hydration, and nutritional needs; assist with dining experiences.
• Document care provided and communicate with nursing staff to ensure resident safety.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA Certification

Endorsement within 4 months (state CNA endorsement)

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Compensation: Salary Range: $19.50 - $25.50

Union Position: No

Department Details

• Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

At St. Vincent's, Good Samaritan, Bismarck, ND, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

St. Vincent's is a 97-bed senior skilled nursing facility specializing in long-term and post-acute care services

What's in it for you:

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement opportunities
• Various education assistance programs
• Continuing education
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

Shift Details

• PRN

Active CNA license required at time of hire

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.

Job Description

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.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.