Senior CNA - FT Evenings

Good Samaritan; Tyndall (SD); On-site; USD 28,929 - 40,639; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time-off package

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Nursing Assistant in Tyndall, SD. This role involves providing resident-centered nursing care and assisting the nursing team. Candidates must have a Certified Nursing Assistant certification and preferably two years of experience in long-term care. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive benefits, including health and retirement plans, and a sign-on bonus. Join a compassionate team and make a positive impact in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Two years of clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Completes yearly department-specific competency testing and maintains continuing education.
• Must be medically qualified to perform essential driving functions if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Document resident interactions and changes in condition.
• Assist with food preparation and dining experiences.

Skills

Caring for residents

Communication

Patient assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

Facility: GSS SD Tyndall Ctr

Location: Tyndall, SD

Address: 2304 Laurel St, Tyndall, SD 57066, USA

Shift: Evening

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $21.00 - $29.50

Pay Info: This position is eligible for a Sign on Bonus!

Job Summary

The Senior Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as an experienced caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long‑term care. Demonstrates expert level experience as a certified nursing assistant and assists other staff as needed. Provides resident‑centered nursing care and daily living assistance to an assigned resident under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). Knowledge of and delivers age‑appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per the care plan. Considered a member of the nursing team and is expected to know, and will be held accountable for, following infection prevention and control policies and personal protective equipment use. Often works as a support to other clinical staff in addition to assuming own responsibilities. Leads in problem‑solving and maintaining high accountability. Provides assistance with basic health‑care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to the assigned resident. 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. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate. 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 the 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. May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed. May be responsible for completing tasks related to the Restorative Nursing program (including documentation, scheduling and leading restorative programs).

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 16.
• Two years’ clinical or nursing assistant experience in long‑term care preferred.
• Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing.
• Completes yearly department‑specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education is required annually. Maintains all department‑specific required certifications.
• May be required to complete Restorative Nursing training within 6 months.
• When applicable, 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 a valid driver’s license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per the Sanford Driving Policy and the leader’s request.

Benefits

• Good Samaritan 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.
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Req Number: R-0255557

Job Function: Nursing

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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.