Certified Nursing Assistant - Robbinsdale - PRN

Sanford Health•Robbinsdale, MN

18h

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods in long-term care. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the role provides resident-centered care and daily living assistance according to each resident’s care plan and physical and psychological needs. The Nursing Assistant is part of the nursing team and is accountable for following infection prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment appropriately. The Robbinsdale Specialty Care Community is a 96-bed senior skilled nursing facility providing long-term and post-acute care. This is a PRN/on-call position with varied eight-hour shifts.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
CNA training and certification are required and provided by the facility.
Must have Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or become state certified within four months of starting by enrolling in a training program or obtaining certification through endorsement.
Satisfactorily complete yearly department-specific competency testing.
Maintain a record of continuing education credits, with at least 12 hours required annually.
Maintain all department-specific required certifications.
When applicable in the relevant state, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
If the facility and responsibilities require it, meet Sanford Category II Driver requirements, including a motor vehicle report, proof of a valid driver’s license, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing, vital signs, psychosocial support, and personal care.
Help residents transfer, reposition, and walk using appropriate techniques and equipment; provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
Assist with food preparation, dining, meals, snacks, water, and supplements, and help create a positive dining experience.
Assist providers and nursing staff with procedures as needed.
Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, behavior, activity, and diet as needed.
Communicate changes in residents’ conditions and care-related concerns or responses to the charge nurse.
Collect non-invasive body fluid specimens and gather vital signs.
Provide housekeeping and laundry services to help residents keep their living areas clean and operational.
Assist with and document wellness and recreational programs, and encourage residents to participate.
Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.