CNA PRN

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous night and weekend shift diffs

Advancement and career growth

Education assistance and CE programs

Daily access to earned wages

Comprehensive benefits for eligible

PRN flexibility

Every other weekend and holiday rota

Job summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) at Good Samaritan Battle Lake provides resident-centered care in a long-term care setting under the supervision of an RN. The role includes daily living assistance, vital signs, and support for activities of daily living in a caring, Christian environment.

Required is an active CNA certification or enrollment in a CNA program with state registration. The facility offers benefits for eligible staff, night/weekend differentials, education support, and flexible PRN shift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Minimum age of 16.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing or in process within four months.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under RN supervision.
• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and meals.
• Record vital signs and communicate changes to the charge nurse.
• Assist with transfers, mobility, ROM and range of motion exercises.
• Document interactions and support wellness and recreational activities.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (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 MN Battle Lake Ctr Location: Battle Lake, MN Address: 105 Glenhaven Dr, Battle Lake, MN 56515, USA Shift: Varies Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $22.60 - $25.50

Department Details

Join Good Samaritan Battle Lake, one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services.

Skilled Nursing / Nursing Facility: 51 certified beds

What we offer:

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement and career growth opportunities
• Education assistance and continuing education programs
• Daily access to earned wages
• Comprehensive benefits for eligible full- and part-time employees
• PRN
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required
• Active CNA license required at time of hire.

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.

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.