PCT/CNA - Infectious Disease - FT

Good Samaritan Society; Bemidji, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff with patient care, vital signs, and daily living activities in a full-time ambulatory setting.

Under supervision of an RN or LPN, you will prepare treatment areas, handle basic clinical tasks, collect specimens as needed, and help ensure a safe, clean environment for patients during day shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have good human relations and communication skills.
• Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the licensed nurse.
• Must acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing personnel with patient care activities.
• Take vital signs and maintain stock of medical supplies.
• Prepare patient treatment areas and assist with basic health care needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Bemidji Main Clinic
Location: Bemidji, MN
Address: 1233 34th St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $17.85 - $24.29
Union Position: Yes

Department Details

• No weekends or holidays
• Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Job Summary

Assists nursing personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Performs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Assist with clinical duties as delegated within roles and responsibilities, personalized training and competency, and needs of specific ambulatory setting. Assists with taking vital signs. Maintains stock of medical supplies needed for registered nurse or physician. Complies with all patient duties assigned. The Nursing Assistant serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Provide assistance with basic health care needs including rooming the patients, daily living activities; emotional and spiritual needs. 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 areas or treatment rooms.

Qualifications

Must have good human relations and communication skills. Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the

licensed nurse. Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment

within the assigned service area.

Certification and registration with the Minnesota Board of Nursing Assistant Registry is required.

Benefits

Sanford 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 .

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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

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

Req Number: R-0274246
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No