CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - FT Evenings

Sanford Health • Hutchinson, KS

23h

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for an evening-shift role at Hutchinson Village, a 65-bed senior skilled nursing facility providing long-term and post-acute care. The Nursing Assistant serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods, providing resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a registered nurse. Care is delivered according to each resident’s care plan and physical and psychological needs. The role is part of the nursing team and requires following infection prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16.
• 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.
• Maintain a record of continuing education credits, with at least 12 hours of continuing education annually.
• Maintain all department-specific required certifications.
• When applicable, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
• If required for the facility and responsibilities, 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 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, walking, range-of-motion activities, and passive exercises using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Support food preparation and dining, assist 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 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 residents to participate.
• Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.

Benefits

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Various education assistance programs.
• Continuing education.
• Direct access to earnings daily.
• Robust benefits package, with benefits varying by full-time or part-time status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed