Nursing Assistant, Certified, LTC - Evening - Full-time

Sanford International; Le Mars, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Evening shift

Job summary

Sanford Health in Le Mars, IA is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) for an evening, full-time role within our long-term care facilities. The NA provides resident-centered care, assists with daily living activities, and supports the nursing team under an RN's supervision.

Requirements include CNA certification and a preference for LTC experience; GED is acceptable. A sign-on bonus is offered, and the role involves hands-on patient care, documentation, and adherence to infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• CNA certification required by State Board of Nursing or in process of obtaining it.
• GED or high school diploma preferred.
• Experience in long-term care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities: bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing.
• Record vital signs and monitor resident condition per care plan.
• Support transfer, range of motion, mobility, and dining needs.
• Document care and communicate changes to the charge RN; maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Daily living assistance

Infection control

Education

CNA certification (state)

GED or High School Diploma preferred

Job description

## Nursing Assistant, Certified, LTC - Evening - Full-timeApply: IA, Le Mars: Full time: Posted Today: R-0274660**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:**8 Hours - Evening Shifts (United States of America)**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**40**Compensation:**Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50$5,000 Sign on Bonus**Union Position:**No**Department Details****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 motorvehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions ofthis position as per our Sanford Driving Policy per the leaders request.**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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].**