Nursing Assistant, Certified, Woodland LTC - Full-time Evenings

Good Samaritan; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Brainerd, MN is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting under RN supervision. Tasks include daily living activities, vital signs, and supportive care to residents per care plans.

The role offers an evening shift, full-time schedule (approx. 30.38 hours/week), and a salary range of $22.60–$25.50 per hour. Generous sign-on bonus and shift incentives apply, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• GED preferred but not required.
• Minimum age of 16.
• Requires Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with State Board of Nursing, or must be in process to obtain certification.
• Annual competency testing and continuing education credits required.
• If applicable, may require Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry registration.
• May be classified as Sanford Category II Driver with driving policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care under RN supervision.
• Assist with daily living activities (bathing, grooming, dressing, meals).
• Record vital signs and monitor resident condition.
• Assist with transfers, mobility and ROM exercises.
• Document interactions and communicate changes to the charge nurse.

Skills

Compassion

Vital signs

Team player

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: Gss Mn Brainerd Wdld

Location: Brainerd, MN

Address: 100 Buffalo Hills Ln W, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA

Shift: Evening

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 30.38

Salary Range: $22.60 - $25.50

Pay Info: $5,000 Sign On Available Department Details 2pm-1015pm, 60.75 hours per 2-week pay period. Generous sign on bonus opportunity. Additional shift incentive of $1.25/hour for any hours from 6pm-6am. Additional weekend incentive of $1.25/hour.

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. 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. Required 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.

Benefits

• Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.
• Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
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• Good Samaritan 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 or send an email to .
• Good Samaritan 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-0273118

Job Function: Nursing

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