Nursing Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Long Term Care

Sacred Heart Health Services; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO from day 1

Career development/mentorship

Job summary

Avera Majestic Bluffs/Avera Sister James Care Center in Yankton, SD, is seeking a Nurse Assistant in training who will support residents with daily living activities and basic medical care. The role includes preparing for CNA certification and potential Medication Aide certification, under nursing supervision.

You will work 6:00am-6:30pm with every 3rd weekend/holiday and a typical 72-hour/2-week schedule, in a compassionate, multidisciplinary team dedicated to moving health forward for

Qualifications

• CNA in training; Medication Aide certification in training.
• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform routine tasks and report to nursing staff.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming and feeding.
• Take and document vital signs (BP, pulse, temp, resp, weight).
• Support restocking and maintain a clean, safe environment.

Skills

CNA training

Medication Aide training

Vital signs

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

CNA certification in training

Job description

Location:Avera Majestic Bluffs/Avera Sister James Care CenterWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$19.75 - $27.50Position Highlights*May be eligible for $1,000 sign on bonus!Hours: 6:00am-6:30pm, Every 3rd weekend/holiday; 72hrs/2wksMedication Aide required within 120 days with HS Diploma/GEDYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewThe Nurse Assistant is in training to become a Certified Nurse Assistant. The Nurse Assistant will provide direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function.What you will doIn training to become Nurse Assistant certified and/or Medication Aide certified.Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living.Performs routine and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may includes but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety.Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms.Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provides feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns.Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning procedures.Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families.Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Report all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property.Understands and follows established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 DaysPreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:High School or GED EquivalentExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].