PRN Flexible CNA for Evening/Night & Weekend Shifts

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) at Good Samaritan Society provides resident-centered care in a long-term care setting, under RN supervision, including daily living activities, vital signs, and basic health support. Duties cover transferring, range-of-motion exercises, and assisting with meals and documentation.

Commitment includes 6 shifts per month minimum, with one weekend per month, and possible 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts.

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.
• Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certified CNA within four months of date into the position by being enrolled in a training program or in the process of obtaining certification through Endorsement. CNA training and certification required and provided by facility.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually. Maintains all department specific required certifications.
• 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. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy per the leaders request.
• Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer. 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].
• Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• The NA serves as caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long term care. Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned resident under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN).
• Assists the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and also provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident.
• The NA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures, if needed. Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates resident's changing condition and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Infection control

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification

Continuing education credits

Job description

The Nursing Assistant (NA) at Good Samaritan Society provides resident-centered care in a long-term care setting, under RN supervision, including daily living activities, vital signs, and basic health support. Duties cover transferring, range-of-motion exercises, and assisting with meals and documentation.

Commitment includes 6 shifts per month minimum, with one weekend per month, and possible 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts.