Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Long-Term Care, PRN

Good Samaritan; Dawson (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Mandan, ND seeks a Nursing Assistant (NA) to provide resident-centered care in our long‑term care setting. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and follow the care plan under RN supervision, while upholding infection control and safety policies.

This PRN, on‑site role requires CNA certification or enrollment, 18+ years old, and 3 months LTAC experience preferred.

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.
• 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.
• Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Job description

Good Samaritan in Mandan, ND seeks a Nursing Assistant (NA) to provide resident-centered care in our long‑term care setting. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and follow the care plan under RN supervision, while upholding infection control and safety policies.

This PRN, on‑site role requires CNA certification or enrollment, 18+ years old, and 3 months LTAC experience preferred.