CNA: Compassionate Caregiver in Long-Term Care

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Waconia seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide resident-centered care under RN supervision in a long-term care setting. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and support daily routines in a compassionate, team-oriented environment.

The role requires CNA certification (or enrollment in a training program) and adherence to infection prevention and PPE policies. Successful candidates will participate in ongoing competency testing and care planning.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 16.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• CNA certification required (or in process within 4 months) and training provided by facility.
• Annual competency testing and continuing education credits required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities (bathing, grooming, dressing).
• Record vital signs and assist with health care needs.
• Assist with transferring, repositioning, and mobility.
• Assist with meals and hydration; maintain dining experience.
• Document resident interactions and care outcomes.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to RN and charge nurse.

Skills

Nursing Assistant (NA)

CNA certification

Infection prevention

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Job description

Good Samaritan Waconia seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide resident-centered care under RN supervision in a long-term care setting. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and support daily routines in a compassionate, team-oriented environment.

The role requires CNA certification (or enrollment in a training program) and adherence to infection prevention and PPE policies. Successful candidates will participate in ongoing competency testing and care planning.