CNA - Full Time - Straight Nights

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Time off

Job summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) at Good Samaritan Society provides resident-centered nursing care during 12 hour night shifts in a long-term care setting. You will help with daily living activities, vital signs, and support residents according to care plans under RN supervision.

Ideal candidates have CNA certification, are at least 16, and bring prior long-term care experience. Night differential and a $10,000 sign-on bonus are offered, with comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, not required.
• Minimum age 16 years.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• CNA certification with the State Board required or in process within four months.
• CNA training and certification provided by the facility.
• Annual competency testing and 12 hours of continuing education required.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Assist with transferring, repositioning, and walking using proper technique.
• Take and record vital signs and monitor resident condition.
• Assist with meals, hydration, and dining experiences.
• Document resident interactions and communicate changes to the charge nurse.
• Support wellness and recreational programs and maintain infection control practices.

Skills

CNA certification

Resident care

Vital signs

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA certification

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 ND Larimore Ctr
Location: Larimore, ND
Address: 501 E Front St, Larimore, ND 58251, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.50
Pay Info: $10,000 Sign on Bonus available!

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.

Hiring for a Full Time CNA on our 12 hour night shifts

• $21.00+ wage, based on experience
• extra differential paid for working straight nights
• 10,000 sign on bonus paid within first 60 days of employment
• every other weekend and holiday required
• at least 2 years of experience
• excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

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.

Req Number: R-0271612
Job Function: Nursing
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