CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN - St. John's Center

Sanford Health•Kearney, NE

5d•$18 - $26

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 according to each resident’s care plan, addressing age-appropriate physical and psychological needs. The CNA is part of the nursing team and follows infection prevention and control policies, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment. The role provides personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, mobility, meals, vital signs, resident well-being, and documentation. The position is PRN, with pickup shifts that can fit the employee’s schedule. Available shifts are days (6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.), evenings (2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.), and nights (10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.).

Requirements

Active Nebraska CNA license required at time of hire.
Minimum age of 16.
CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state-certified CNA status within four months of entering the position through enrollment in a training program or certification by endorsement. CNA training and certification are required and provided by the facility.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing and maintain a record of continuing education credits; at least 12 continuing education hours are required annually.
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, valid driver’s license, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing, and other personal care and daily living activities.
Obtain and record vital signs and collect non-invasive body fluid specimens.
Assist residents with transferring, 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, 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 dietary needs as needed.
Communicate changes in residents’ conditions and care-related concerns or responses to the charge nurse.
Provide housekeeping and laundry services to help residents maintain clean, operational living areas.
Assist with and document wellness and recreational programs, and encourage resident participation.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.
Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.