CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - PT - Weekend

Sanford Health•Le Mars, IA

7d•$17 - $26

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) serves as a caregiver to residents in long-term care during scheduled work periods. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the CNA provides resident-centered care and daily living assistance according to each resident’s care plan, addressing physical and psychological needs. The role is part of the nursing team and requires following infection prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment. The CNA helps residents with personal care, mobility, meals, and other daily activities; supports nursing staff and providers with procedures as needed; documents resident interactions and care outcomes; and communicates changes or concerns to the charge nurse. The role also includes maintaining residents’ living areas and supporting wellness and recreational activities. This is a part-time position scheduled for 24 hours per week on the weekend shift. The listed salary range is $17.00–$25.50, and a $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state-certified CNA status within four months of starting the position through enrollment in a training program or certification by endorsement.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing and maintain a record of continuing education credits.
Complete at least 12 hours of continuing education annually.
Maintain all department-specific required certifications.
Where applicable, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
If the position’s facility and responsibilities require driving, meet Sanford Category II Driver requirements, including a motor vehicle report, valid driver’s license, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions when requested by leadership.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.

Responsibilities

Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a registered nurse and in accordance with care plans.
Assist residents with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and undressing.
Obtain and record vital signs and collect non-invasive body fluid specimens.
Assist residents with transfers, repositioning, and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment; provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
Assist with food preparation, dining, meals, snacks, water, and supplements as appropriate, while promoting a positive dining experience.
Provide psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned residents.
Assist providers and nursing staff with procedures as needed.
Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, behavior, activity, and diet.
Communicate residents’ changing conditions and care-related concerns or responses to the charge nurse.
Provide housekeeping and laundry services to help keep residents’ living areas clean and operational.
Assist with and document wellness and recreational programs, and encourage resident participation.
Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.