CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Part-time Straight Weekends - Jackson Center

Sanford Health•Jackson, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods in long-term care. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the CNA provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance, delivering age-appropriate care for residents’ physical and psychological needs according to their care plans. The role is part of the nursing team and requires adherence to infection prevention and control policies and proper use of personal protective equipment. This position is at Jackson Center, a 46-bed senior skilled nursing facility providing long-term and post-acute care. The schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every weekend, for 16 scheduled hours per week. Saturday and Sunday shifts include a $6.00-per-hour differential. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available. The role is open to applicants with an active Minnesota CNA credential or those enrolled in a Nursing Assistant Trainee course.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.
Active Minnesota CNA certification or enrollment in a Nursing Assistant Trainee course.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing, and other personal care.
Obtain and record vital signs and provide psychosocial support.
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 as appropriate, while supporting a positive dining experience.
Assist providers and nursing staff with procedures as needed.
Document resident interactions and relevant outcomes related to care, behavior, activity, and diet.
Communicate residents’ changing 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 keep residents’ living areas clean and operational.
Assist with and document wellness and recreational programs, and encourage residents to participate.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment appropriately.
Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing, maintain annual continuing-education credits, and maintain required department-specific certifications.