Nursing Assistant Inpatient - Orthopedics

sanford; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Education opportunities

Job summary

Sanford Health in North Dakota is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide patient-centered care during 20-hour weeks. You will assist with daily living activities and support RNs and LPNs in a team-based environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; CNA preferred; ND/WI nurse aide registry requirements. Sanford offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and opportunities for education and career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• ND/WI registry requirements apply for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic health care needs including daily living activities.
• Administer delegated tasks and treatments.
• Record vital statistics and other health information.
• Collect non-invasive specimens and assist with scheduling.
• Prepare treatment areas, clean equipment, and maintain cleanliness.
• Provide one-on-one patient care as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

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: 20

Compensation: Salary Range: $16.50 - $24.00

$2,500 sign on bonus available to eligible candidates!

Union Position: No

Department Details

• Position is for 20 weekly hours with every other weekend required.
• Multidisciplinary and team-based approach to patient care.
• Offers a variety of education opportunities for staff to grow their careers.
• The unit has an Advanced Orthopedic Certification by the Joint Commission.

Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The NA provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities; bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information.

Will collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

If working in Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility or a student nurse, currently enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.

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].