Nursing Assistant - Canton Medical Center - Full Time

sanford; Canton (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Canton-Inwood Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide patient-centered care and daily living assistance. The role involves 12-hour rotating shifts, interaction with patients of all ages, and contributing to a small Critical Access facility.

Responsibilities include basic health care tasks, vital signs, and supporting the RN or LPN under supervision, with emphasis on safety and compassionate care in line with rural healthcare goals.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred.
• If in ND, must be on the ND Nurse Aide Registry upon training completion or within 4 months.
• If in WI, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry or be a student nurse with relevant clinicals.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily living assistance and basic health care needs, including bathing, grooming, toileting, eating and meal prep.
• Administer delegated tasks and treatments; record vital statistics.
• Collect non-invasive specimens and perform clerical tasks related to scheduling and documentation.
• Prepare and clean treatment areas and equipment; dispose of biomedical waste.
• Maintain patient living areas; provide one-on-one care when necessary.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient interaction

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Rotating Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join our team at Canton-Inwood Medical Center! Our Critical Access Medical Center is made of up 11 beds and is supported by five providers. As an Nursing Assistant you will get to use a wide range of skills and will be able to interact with patients of all ages. This facility provides the opportunity to make a difference for those within the community and to strengthen your clinical skill set.

Schedule would consist of 12 hour rotating shifts. Shifts are 6:30AM- 7PM and 6:30PM - 7AM with a rotating weekend and holiday commitment.

Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The NA provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities; bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information.

Will collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specificcompetencies and certifications.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.
• If working in Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility or a student nurse, currently enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.