CNA Needed for Homecare Nursing

Good Samaritan; Alpena Township (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

a 401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

a generous time off package

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society in South Dakota invites applications for a Nursing Assistant (NA) at our Desmet Ctr. This full-time day-shift position supports residents with daily living activities under RN supervision, delivering compassionate, resident-centered care.

Eligible candidates possess a CNA certification, be able to document care, monitor vitals, assist in transfers, and participate in wellness activities.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification and state eligibility.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in long-term care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Take and record vital signs and document care performed.
• Assist with mobility transfers and safe patient handling.
• Support meals, nutrition and hydration and help with dining.
• Provide housekeeping and laundry services to maintain clean living areas.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Infection control

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Job description

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 SD Desmet CtrShift: 8 Hours - Day ShiftsJob Schedule: Full timePay Info: This position is eligible for a $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of compassionate care and a range of amenities so our residents can enjoy a carefree, fulfilling lifestyle with services tailored to their needs.

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. 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. High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

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. Dependent on facility and required responsibilities, this role may classify as a Sanford Category II Driver requiring a motor

this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy per the leaders request.

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
• a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

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.

Job Function: Nursing