Nursing Assistant, Certified - Full Time Nights

sanford; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

40 hours/week

Job summary

Sanford Health in Ottumwa, IA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide resident-centered care during night shifts. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor residents, and support the nursing team.

The role includes vital signs, mobility assistance, meal support, documentation, and adherence to infection control and PPE policies. CNA certification is required or in progress; this is a full-time position with a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing is required or in progress.
• GED or high school diploma preferred but not required.
• Continues education credits: annual minimum 12 hours.
• Support from Sanford is provided for CNA training and certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities (bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing).
• Record and monitor vital signs and communicate changes to RN.
• Assist in transferring, repositioning, and mobility assistance.
• Provide meals, hydration, and dining assistance; ensure a positive dining experience.
• Document resident interactions and care outcomes; follow care plans and infection control policies.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Documentation

Education

CNA certification

GED or HS diploma preferred

Job description

Work Shift

12 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $19.00 - $24.00

$5000 Sign on Bonus

Union Position

No

Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long term care. Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned resident under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per care plan. Considered a member of the nursing team and is expected to know, and will be held accountable for, following infection prevention and control policies and Personal Protective Equipment use.

Job Description

Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident. Assists the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and also provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate.The NA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures, if needed. Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates resident's changing condition and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 16. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certified CNA within four months of date into the position by being enrolled in a training program or in the process of obtaining certification through Endorsement. CNA training and certification required and provided by facility.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually. Maintains all department specific required certifications.
• When applicable, for applicable states, certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
• Dependent on facility and required responsibilities, this role may classify as a Sanford Category II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver's license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy per the leaders request.
• Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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