Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (PRN)

the South Dakota State Government•Hot Springs, SD

22d•Onsite

About The Position

This position at the Department of Veterans Affairs Michael J Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home is a flexible, part-time position. The facility serves South Dakota Veterans and their families through quality health care in a community of trust, dignity, and sharing. It is a long-term care facility with 70 private nursing care units and 23 units for independent living. The role involves caring for America's Heroes while maintaining work-life balance. A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is an important and valuable member of the team, assisting with day-to-day resident care and engaging residents in various household activities and events. This role performs basic resident care, assists with day-to-day resident and household activities, and supports licensed health care personnel in providing routine medical care in a household-type environment.

Requirements

Must possess or be able to obtain a South Dakota Certified Nurse Aide certification within four months of hire date.
Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Knowledge of arithmetic sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Knowledge of basic human hygiene requirements.
Knowledge of resident safety procedures and practices.
Knowledge of procedures for documenting resident care.
Knowledge of basic computer operation and software use.
Knowledge of protective health measures.
Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely.
Ability to count accurately and record numerical and alphabetical data.
Ability to compare information and recognize discrepancies.
Ability to observe, recognize, and report abnormal physical symptoms.
Ability to assist residents with personal care and hygiene needs.
Ability to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with others.
Ability to follow established policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and apply instructions.
Ability to use a computer and applicable data entry programs.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Must undergo a background investigation.
Must undergo an abuse and neglect screening.
Must complete a drug screening.
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.
Must complete employment eligibility verification using E-Verify upon hire.

Responsibilities

Performs basic resident care.
Assists with day-to-day resident and household activities.
Assists licensed health care personnel in the provision of routine medical care.
Engages residents in various household activities/events.