Nursing Assistant - Part-time

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is a not-for-profit organization providing compassionate care to seniors in a Christian environment. The Nursing Assistant delivers resident-centered care under RN supervision, assisting with daily living tasks, documenting health status, and supporting mobility and psychosocial needs.

This role emphasizes infection control, safe care, and a positive dining and living environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum age 16
• Current CNA certification or enrollment in certification program
• Ability to complete annual competency testing and continuing education
• Prior experience in long-term care optional
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform essential driving functions (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities and personal care
• Document resident interactions and health status
• Communicate changes in resident conditions to nursing staff
• Support infection control and safety protocols
• Contribute to a positive dining and living environment
• Provide psychosocial support and encourage participation in activities

Skills

CNA certification

Patient care

Documentation

Infection control

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join a dedicated not-for-profit organization providing over a century of housing and services to seniors in a compassionate, Christian environment.

Role Overview

The Nursing Assistant (NA) delivers resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include providing basic health care such as bathing, grooming, dressing, recording vital signs, assisting with transfers and mobility, and supporting psychosocial needs. The NA also aids with meals, housekeeping, laundry, and participates in wellness and recreational activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities and personal care
• Document resident interactions and health status
• Communicate changes in resident conditions to nursing staff
• Support infection control and safety protocols
• Contribute to a positive dining and living environment
• Provide psychosocial support and encourage participation in activities

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum age 16
• Current CNA certification or enrollment in certification program
• Ability to complete annual competency testing and continuing education
• Prior experience in long-term care optional
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform essential driving functions (if applicable)

Additional Requirements

Maintain required certifications, pass background and drug screenings, and adhere to organizational policies. The role offers shift incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.