Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC), Float

sanford; West Union (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Iowa is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting. The NA works under the supervision of an RN, performing basic health care tasks, daily living assistance, and support to residents, while adhering to care plans and infection prevention policies.

The role requires a CNA certification or enrollment, 18+ years old, and possible Colorado QMAP where applicable.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certified CNA within four months of date into the position by enrolled training or certification process. CNA training and certification provided by facility.
• Colorado: Depending on facility, QMAP certification with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment required.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains continuing education credits (12 hours annually).
• Where applicable, may be registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry or Sanford Category II Driver requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with daily living activities and care plans.
• Records vital signs and documents interactions.
• Assists with transfers, repositioning, and mobility.
• Supports meals and hydration, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Follows infection control policies and PPE use.
• Communicates changes to the charge nurse.
• May participate in committees or task forces as needed.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Infection prevention

Communication with residents

Basic nursing tasks

Education

GED or high school diploma

CNA certification (State Board)

QMAP certification (Colorado)

Continuing education credits

Tools

Vital signs measurement

Transfer techniques

PPE use

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

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Compensation

Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50

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 of 18 years of age.

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.

Colorado: Depending on facility, Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) certification with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment required.

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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