Nurse Aide Trainee

Jenkins Living Center; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jenkins Living Center in Watertown, SD is seeking a Nurse Aide to provide compassionate direct care to residents during the day shift. You will work under licensed nursing staff to support rehabilitation goals, assist with activities of daily living, and ensure a respectful, professional environment for residents and families.

The role emphasizes empathy, clear communication, and accurate documentation to uphold residents’ dignity and independence while supporting the care plans of the facility.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate with ill, disabled and elderly individuals with empathy.
• Must maintain dignity and professionalism in interactions with residents, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents under supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Support rehabilitation goals by promoting self-care and independence.
• Engage residents in activities, document care provided, and maintain accurate records.
• Build relationships and communicate effectively to ensure a supportive environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

CNA licensure

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Jenkins Living Center - Watertown, SD 57201

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: NA

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Nursing

Position for day shift 6am-2:30pm.

Jenkins Living Center's team members are given the opportunity to fulfill a greater purpose. We are seeking a candidate with a kind heart and a genuine motivation with the desire to care for others under the supervision of the licensed nursing staff.

The Nurse Aide will demonstrate the ability to build relationships and communicate with ill, disabled, and elderly individuals while remaining highly empathetic and supportive. The candidate for this role must have the ability to perform excellent, direct care while upholding the dignity of the residents, families, visitors, and fellow employees while maintaining a professional and courteous environment. Always supporting our client's plans of rehabilitation by assisting in the purpose of self-care and independence. Employee engagement, skills training, and documentation are essential elements in this role.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to become a certified nurse aide in the timeframe and requirements for CNA licensure in South Dakota.

All applicants must pass a pre-employment background check. A tuberculosis test will be done upon hire.