CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Woodland - PRN

Good Samaritan; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend incentive $1.25/hour

Shift incentive $1.25/hour 6pm-6am

Holiday rotation

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Brainerd, MN is seeking a Nursing Assistant (PRN) to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting under RN supervision. Responsibilities include daily living activities, vital signs, hygiene, and assistance with meals, transfers, and mobility.

Casual/PRN schedule with at least six shifts per month, weekend rotations and additional incentives for evenings and weekends. CNA certification required; high school diploma or GED preferred.

Qualifications

• CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or in process of obtaining certification.
• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age 16.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care under RN supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and feeding.
• Record vital signs and report changes to nursing staff.
• Assist with transferring, repositioning and mobility.
• Support infection prevention and compliance with PPE and care plans.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Infection prevention

Education

High school / GED preferred

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 Brainerd Wdld Location: Brainerd, MN Address: 100 Buffalo Hills Ln W, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA Shift: Varies Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $22.60 - $25.50

Department Details

• PRN position - Must be available to work 6 shifts per month to include two weekend shifts and holiday rotation.
• Additional weekend incentive of $1.25/hour.
• Additional shift incentive of $1.25/hour for any hours from 6pm-6am.

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 or send an email to . 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-0269103 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No