Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC)

sanford; West Union (IA); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 35.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous night/weekend differentials

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Zusammenfassung

Sanford Health in West Union, IA, is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide resident-centered care in a 70-bed long-term care setting. You will assist with daily living activities, vital signs, hygiene, and mobility under RN supervision, with a focus on infection control and safety.

The role offers generous night/weekend differentials, access to education programs, and daily earnings potential. Prior CNA certification and a valid license are required to work in this facility.

Qualifikationen

• Must have CNA certification or be enrolled in CNA training.
• Minimum age 16.
• Long-term care experience preferred.

Aufgaben

• Assist with basic health care needs including daily living activities.
• Assist residents with transfers, repositioning, and mobility.
• Support meals, dining, and hydration for residents.

Kenntnisse

CNA certification

Clinical experience in long-term care

Competency testing & continuing ed

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

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:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Compensation:

Starting Rate: 17.00 - $25.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922. At Good Samaritan West Union our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this! Hays is a 70-bed skilled nursing facility that offers a welcoming and supportive team environment. Team members are dedicated to supporting one another and creating a welcoming environment where residents feel at home. Leadership is actively involved and leads by example, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect. The facility values caring relationships, employee engagement, and a commitment to delivering high-quality resident care.

What's in it for you:

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement opportunities
• Various education assistance programs
• Continuing education
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

Shift Details

• PRN

*Active CNA license required at time of hire

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.

EEO Statement

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