Night Shift: Certified Nursing Assistant

Steele Memorial Medical Center; Salmon (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Competitive salary

Flexible work schedule

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Steele Memorial Medical Center in Salmon, Idaho, is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate care in a supportive community setting. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and documenting care activities.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CNA certification, and BLS certification. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients while enjoying competitive benefits like flexible scheduling and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an Idaho State approved nursing aide training program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Monitor and record vital signs.
• Report changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient rooms.
• Participate in team meetings and patient care planning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

Choosing Steele Memorial Medical Center as your employer will lead to a fulfilling career with ample opportunities for community connection and meaningful impact. In our smaller rural setting, employee development and mentorship are a focal point in fostering a company culture that promotes professional growth. Be a part of a thriving community that prioritizes relationships and provides compassionate healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Possess a basic understanding of nursing principles.
• Participate in and receive the nursing report from licensed staff while maintaining the patient’s privacy and dignity; assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
• Help patients with mobility, transferring them safely in and out of beds, chairs, and wheelchairs.
• Measure and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, and report any abnormalities to the patient’s primary nurse.
• Monitor patients for changes in condition and report observations or any refusal in care directly to the primary nurse and charge nurse.
• Assist in documenting patient care activities and responses in medical records.
• Assist patients with feeding and hydration, ensuring dietary restrictions are followed.
• Help set up meal trays and assist during mealtimes.
• Ensure patient rooms are clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follow infection control protocols and ensure proper sanitation practices.
• Collaborate with the nursing team to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to the development of patient care plans.
• Act as a patient advocate by providing companionship and emotional support during the hospital stay.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with the RN/LPN; provide nursing care in accordance with the RN with consideration of physical, psychosocial, cultural/spiritual, and age‑specific needs.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of equipment/supplies and safety and infection control measures.
• Teach, direct, advise and inform others in an appropriate manner under supervision of an RN.
• Report and record information legibly and appropriately.
• Collect specimens: urine, stool, sputum; perform finger stick blood sugar specimen and EKG testing.
• Make decisions within the scope of practice for the nursing assistant and according to established hospital policies and procedures.
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed by supervisor.

Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an Idaho State approved nursing aide training program (CNA Certification) upon hire or within six (6) months of hire date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.

Employee Expectations

• Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Steele Memorial Medical Center.
• Follows the requirements and expectations for all employees as outlined within the Employee Handbook, Compliance Program, SMMC Policies & Procedures, and individual Job Description(s).
• Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for safety, confidentiality, quality assurance, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Cooperates and collaborates with all co‑workers; plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.
• Uses tactful, appropriate communication in sensitive and emotional situations.
• Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co‑workers, or patients regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.
• Promotes positive public relations with patients, family members, and guests.
• Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere that allows for the privacy, dignity and well‑being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
• Completes requirements for in‑service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.

Summary

At SMMC we don’t just treat patients — we care for our neighbors. Be part of a team that makes a difference every day.

Benefits

At Steele Memorial Hospital we prioritize maintaining a healthy work‑life balance, allowing our employees to enjoy their personal lives while pursuing their professional goals.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life & disability coverage and 457 Retirement.
• Health Insurance benefits include access to certain services at our facility free of charge.
• Flexible employee work scheduling, Wellness program with potential health deduction savings of up to $1,100 and a generous Paid Time Off policy.