Nursing Assistant - Canton Medical Center - PRN

Good Samaritan Society; South Dakota; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Canton, SD is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our inpatient team. You will provide patient-centered nursing care and daily living support under the supervision of an RN or LPN, helping keep the unit running smoothly.

This role offers meaningful patient interactions and growth opportunities within a supportive team at a not-for-profit health system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• CNA certification is preferred; maintains required competencies.
• ND/WI registry requirements if applicable for ND/WI locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patients under supervision.
• Record vital signs, glucose, and other health information.
• Assist with transfers and ambulation.
• Perform clerical tasks related to scheduling and documenting care.
• Prepare and clean care areas and equipment.
• Dispose of biomedical waste per policy.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Are you looking to start or further develop your career in healthcare? Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States and is looking for Nursing Assistants to join its dedicated team of caregivers. Across our 46 medical centers, we offer many development and advancement opportunities to help you grow and find your niche.

Facility: Canton Inwood Med Ctr
Location: Canton, SD
Address: 440 N Hiawatha Dr, Canton, SD 57013, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Rotating Shifts
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00

Job Summary

We're looking for a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our family in an inpatient setting. A Nursing Assistant provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and is essential to keeping the unit functioning smoothly. If you are flexible, open-minded, and willing to go above and beyond, you will thrive as a Nursing Assistant. You will have the opportunity to celebrate with patients in their best moments and support them in their worst, making this is a very rewarding and fulfilling career. Gain valuable, hands-on experience while changing the lives of your patients at Sanford Health!

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with basic health care needs including bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating, while supporting emotional and spiritual needs
• Record vital statistics, blood glucose levels, and other basic health information
• Assist with patient transfers and ambulation
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare
• Prepare and clean patient treatment areas, living areas, and medical equipment
• Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy

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 specific

competencies 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. 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] .

Sanford 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-0273103
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No