CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - FT PMs - Long Term Care

Sanford Health•International Falls, MN

12d•$24 - $31

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant serves as a caregiver to residents in long-term care during scheduled work periods, providing resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a registered nurse. Care is age-appropriate and addresses each resident’s physical and psychological needs in accordance with the care plan. The role is part of the nursing team and requires following infection prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on an evening shift, 2:15 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. Every other weekend and holiday rotation is required. The position is part of the IAMAW union. CNA training and certification are provided by the facility.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Required 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 obtaining certification by endorsement.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing satisfactorily.
Maintain a record of continuing education credits, with 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 Registry.
If applicable to the facility and assigned responsibilities, 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.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED).
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing.
Obtain and record vital signs and provide psychosocial support and other personal care.
Assist residents with transfers, repositioning and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment; provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
Support food preparation and dining, assist with meals and snacks, and provide water and supplements as appropriate.
Aid providers and nursing staff with procedures when needed.
Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, behavior, activity and dietary needs.
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 resident participation.
Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.