CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN Evenings
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant serves as a caregiver to residents in long-term care during scheduled work periods. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the NA 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 following infection prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment. The position is based in Hutchinson Village, a 65-bed senior skilled nursing facility providing long-term and post-acute care. The role is PRN and scheduled for 16 hours per week on eight-hour evening shifts. 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 CNA certification within four months of starting through enrollment in a training program or 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, hold certification and registration 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.
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.
- Help residents transfer, reposition and walk using appropriate techniques and equipment; provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
- Assist with food preparation, dining, 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 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 resident participation.
- 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 based on full-time or part-time status
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
