Nursing Assistant Trainee -LTC - Part-time/Day

Good Samaritan; Mountain Lake (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant Trainee to join their dedicated team. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while enrolled in a comprehensive training program. Under the guidance of licensed nurses, trainees will learn essential caregiving skills and provide holistic, client-centered care. This position not only fosters personal growth but also promotes a supportive environment for both clients and staff. With a commitment to quality care, this organization ensures that every trainee is well-prepared to take state certification exams upon completion of the program. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this role is an excellent starting point.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Shift Differential for nights and weekends

Holiday Pay

Compassionate Leave

Scholarships and Sponsorships

Years of Service Recognition Program

Direct access to earnings daily

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• Minimum age of 16, prior clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to clients under supervision.
• Assist with daily living activities and document client care.
• Communicate changes in client condition to licensed nurse.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Information

Good Samaritan Society Nursing Assistant Trainee -LTC - Part-time/Day in Mountain Lake , Minnesota

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 Mountain Lake
Location: Mountain Lake, MN
Address: 745 Basinger Memorial Dr, Mountain Lake, MN 56159, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 24.00
Salary Range: 17.00 - 23.00

This evening shift position is from 2:15 pm - 10:45 pm.

Every other weekend and holiday rotation required.

Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment

Shift Differential for nights and weekends

Holiday Pay

Direct access to your earnings daily

Paid Time Off

Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan

Salary Increases

Compassionate Leave

Education Assistance

Scholarships and Sponsorships

Continuing Education

Years of Service Recognition Program

Job Summary

The Nursing Assistant Trainee is enrolled in a learning experience designed to develop the confidence and competence to serve as a caregiver that provides personal care to clients. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the trainee, in partnership with a preceptor, provides holistic client-centered care that promotes independence and client rights in a safe, caring, and efficient manner. The trainee is required to work within the role of a non-certified nursing assistant. The trainee is enrolled in a formal nursing assistant program and is required to fulfill all training requirements in the designated timeframe. The Trainee is not allowed to perform any service(s) unless they have been trained and found to be proficient by the instructor. The program is delivered in hybrid format which includes an online curriculum and hands on skills development. Trainees learn the skills and processes needed to provide care and assistance to clients. At completion of the training program, participants will be prepared to take state knowledge and skills exams to obtain the Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) or other state certification designation.

While in the Nursing Assistant Training Program, the trainee serves as a member of the nursing team and will be held accountable to know and follow location-specific standards for infection prevention and control, personal protective equipment use, safety, and privacy. The trainee demonstrates the ability to follow written and verbal instructions. This role requires an ability to do detailed work correctly, handle stress, demonstrate critical thinking, and prioritize responsibilities. The trainee works with clients and their families to ensure their physical, cognitive, spiritual, emotional, and social needs are met. The trainee delivers age-appropriate care to meet the physical, psychological, and restorative needs of the client as defined in the care plan.

The trainee assists the care team and documents client care when appropriate. The trainee communicates changes in client condition and care-related concerns to a licensed nurse. The trainee assists with basic health care needs and activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, undressing, obtaining vital signs, providing psychosocial support, and delivering other personal care as assigned. The trainee assists the client in transferring, repositioning, range of motion exercises, and walking using appropriate transfer techniques and equipment. The trainee assists clients with meals and snacks and provides water and nutritional supplements as appropriate. The trainee assists with housekeeping, laundry services, and other duties as assigned within non-certified nursing assistant role.

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.

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. Must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy per the leaders request.

The Good Samaritan Society 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. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

The Good Samaritan Society 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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

The Good Samaritan Society has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.