CNA, Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Nights

Good Samaritan; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan Grand Island Village is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and help maintain safety and comfort under RN supervision.

The role requires CNA certification and a GED is preferred. You may need to meet state requirements, participate in competency testing, and coordinate with the care team to support residents’ well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Required CNA certification with the State Board, or enrollment within four months.
• Annual department competency testing and continuing education credits.
• Some states may require Unlicensed Assistive Personnel registry where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care under RN supervision and assist with daily living activities.
• Assist with transfers, mobility, vital signs, and routine health tasks.
• Document resident interactions and communicate changes to charge nurse.
• Support infection prevention policies and maintain a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

CNA certification

GED preferred

State CNA certification within 4 months

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.

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 NE Grand Island Vlg

Location: Grand Island, NE

Address: 4075 Timberline St, Grand Island, NE 68803, USA

Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 36.00

Salary Range: $18.00 - $25.50

Department Details

Come join one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922. At Good Samaritan Grand Island Village, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

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

5:45pm - 6:15am. Every other weekend and rotating holiday.

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-0278711

Job Function: Nursing

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