CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - FT - Days

Sanford Health•Saint Ansgar, IA

1d•$17 - $26•Onsite

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 Nursing Assistant provides resident-centered care and daily living assistance 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.
Required CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certification within four months of starting through enrollment in a training program or the process of obtaining certification by endorsement.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing and maintain a record of continuing education credits; at least 12 hours of continuing education are required annually.
Maintain all required department-specific certifications.
Where applicable, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
If the role is designated as a Sanford Category II Driver, provide a motor vehicle report and proof of a valid driver’s license and be medically qualified to perform essential driving functions under Sanford’s Driving Policy.

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 collect non-invasive body fluid specimens.
Provide psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned residents.
Assist residents with transferring, repositioning and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment; provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
Support food preparation and dining, assist 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.
Communicate changes in a resident’s condition and care-related concerns or responses to the charge nurse.
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.