Home Health Aide - PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society in Hastings, NE is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for a PRN position. You will perform tasks as delegated and indicated on the care plan under RN supervision, assisting residents with daily living activities and respecting dignity and comfort.

Qualified candidates typically have a high school diploma or GED, CNA training, and good interpersonal skills. Depending on location, a valid driver's license and ongoing training may be required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• Completion of nurse aide training totaling 75 hours preferred, with minimum 16 hours supervised practical training and 16 hours classroom.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred.
• If in North Dakota, be registered as Home Health Aide within four months from date of hire.
• Valid driver’s license may be required depending on location.
• Ongoing training and competency validation annually tracked.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks as delegated and indicated on the care plan under the supervision of an RN.
• Utilizes knowledge of body functioning and age-related changes to care for neonatal to geriatric patients/residents.
• Assists patients/residents with daily living activities (dressing, bathing, eating).
• Maintains courteous, caring interpersonal interactions and adheres to organizational policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse aide training 75 hours

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

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 Ne Hastings
Location: Hastings, NE
Address: Village Green, 900 E B St, Hastings, NE 68901, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50

Department Details

This position is out of the Hastings Office

Job Summary

Performs tasks as delegated and indicated on the care plan for assigned patients/residents under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and willingly accepts delegated tasks. The Aide understands the basic elements of body functioning and the physical and emotional changes including those which occur in the death and dying process. Utilizes appropriate age related patient/resident care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients/residents. Assists patients/residents in daily living activities such as dressing and undressing, bathing and eating. Must have good interpersonal skills, be courteous and caring. Must know medical terminology, organizational policies and procedures. Requires ability to do detailed work correctly, function under and handle stress. Must be able to work with growth and development needs of all client populations.

Qualifications

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

Completion of nurse aide training, including classroom and practical training, totaling 75 hours preferred. Within the 75 hours of training, a minimum of 16 hours supervised practical training and a minimum of 16 hours in classroom training.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred.

If working in North Dakota, be registered as Home Health Aide through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of hire.

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Depending on location, a valid drivers license may be required. Ongoing training and competency validation annually tracked.

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-0269318
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No