Nursing Assistant - Canton Medical Center - PRN

Sanford Health; Canton (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health system is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential patient-centered care, assisting with daily living activities and supporting patients' emotional and spiritual needs. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while enhancing your clinical skills in a supportive environment. Join a team that values your contribution and provides a pathway for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred; must register if not certified within four months.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, grooming, and daily living activities.
• Record vital signs and provide emotional support to patients.
• Prepare treatment areas and clean medical equipment.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Basic Healthcare Assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Sanford Health Nursing Assistant Job Description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Salary Range: $16.00 - $23.00

Union Position: No

Department Details

Come join our team at Canton-Inwood Medical Center. Our Critical Access Medical Center is made up of 11 beds and is supported by five providers. As a Nursing Assistant, you will use a wide range of skills and interact with patients of all ages. This facility offers the opportunity to make a difference in the community and strengthen your clinical skills.

Schedule consists of 12-hour rotating shifts: 6:30AM - 7:00PM and 6:30PM - 7:00AM, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Summary

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

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with basic healthcare needs including bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation, and emotional and spiritual support.
• Administer delegated tasks and treatments.
• Record vital signs and other health information.
• Collect non-invasive biological specimens as needed.
• Perform clerical tasks related to scheduling and documentation.
• Prepare treatment areas, clean medical equipment, and dispose of biomedical waste according to standards.
• Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
• Provide one-on-one care when necessary for patient safety.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred. If not certified, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry within four months of employment or upon completion of training/competency validation.

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

If you require accommodations for the online application process, please call 1-877-673-0854 or email [e-mail].