CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Local Traveler

Sanford Health•Kearney, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods in long-term care. Under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN), the NA provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance according to each resident’s care plan, including age-appropriate care addressing physical and psychological needs. The NA is part of the nursing team and must follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment (PPE). This local traveler role requires travel to multiple locations within a 75-mile radius of the employee’s permanent address. The position has varied 8-hour shifts, requires at least 30 hours per month, and includes one weekend shift per month. Compensation is listed as $17.00–$25.50, with a $7 per-hour premium on all hours worked and $1.25 per-hour differentials for weekend shifts and evening/night shifts (6:00 PM–6:00 AM). The role requires at least three months of long-term-care experience; six months is preferred. CNA certification is required, with the stated provision for obtaining it within four months of starting through enrollment in a training program or the endorsement process. CNA training and certification are provided by the facility. Additional facility- and state-dependent certifications and driving requirements may apply.

Requirements

At least three months of long-term-care experience.
Minimum age of 18.
CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state-certified CNA status within four months of starting through enrollment in a training program or the process of obtaining certification through endorsement.
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 in the relevant state, certification and registration with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
Depending on facility and responsibilities, the role may require a motor vehicle report, proof of a valid driver’s license, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions under Sanford’s Driving Policy.
Travel to multiple locations within a 75-mile radius of permanent address.
Work at least 30 hours per month and one weekend shift per month.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Six months of long-term-care experience; prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care is preferred.
Depending on facility in Colorado, Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) certification with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment may be required.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance with residents’ basic health care needs and 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 transferring, repositioning and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment; provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
Assist with food preparation and dining, support residents with meals and snacks, and provide water and supplements as appropriate.
Assist providers and nursing staff with procedures when needed.
Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, behavior, activity and diet as needed.
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.
May participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.