CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Local Traveler
About The Position
Sanford Health is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide resident-centered care in long-term care settings. The Nursing Assistant serves as a caregiver during scheduled work periods, providing daily living assistance and age-appropriate care for residents’ physical and psychological needs according to their care plans and under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role follows infection prevention and control policies and uses personal protective equipment as required. This local traveler position requires travel to support multiple locations within a 75-mile radius of the employee’s permanent address. The schedule consists of varied eight-hour shifts, with a minimum of 30 hours per month and one weekend shift per month. Compensation is listed at $17.00–$25.50 per hour, with a $7-per-hour premium on all hours worked, a $1.25-per-hour weekend differential, and a $1.25-per-hour evening/night differential for shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Requirements
- Required Certified Nursing Assistant (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 by endorsement. CNA training and certification are provided by the facility.
- Minimum age of 18 years.
- Minimum of 3 months of long-term care experience.
- Complete annual 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.
- For applicable states, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry, when applicable.
- Depending on facility and required responsibilities, may need to 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 by leadership.
- Travel to multiple locations within a 75-mile radius of the permanent address.
- Work a minimum of 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.
- In Colorado, depending on facility, Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) certification with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment may be required.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily living and basic health care needs, 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.
- Assist with food preparation, dining, meals, snacks, water, and supplements while supporting a positive dining experience.
- Aid providers and nursing staff with procedures as needed.
- Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, behavior, activity, and diet as needed.
- Communicate changes in residents’ conditions and care-related concerns or responses to the charge nurse.
- Provide housekeeping and laundry services to help residents keep living areas clean and operational.
- Assist with and document wellness and recreational programs, and encourage resident participation.
- Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.
- Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.
Benefits
- $7-per-hour premium on all hours worked.
- $1.25-per-hour weekend shift differential.
- $1.25-per-hour evening/night shift differential for shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
