CNA - Long Term Care - Full Time Nights

Sanford Health•Hillsboro, ND

1d•$17 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents in long-term care during scheduled work periods, providing resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). The NA provides age-appropriate care for residents’ physical and psychological needs according to their care plans and follows infection prevention and control policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment. The position offers paid training to obtain CNA certification for eligible candidates who are not already certified. The facility describes a teamwork-focused atmosphere, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth. The role is based at Hillsboro Care Center and is scheduled for overnight shifts from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with every other weekend and a rotation of holidays required. Scheduled hours are 32 per week.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state-certified CNA status within four months of entering the position through enrollment in a training program or the process of obtaining certification through endorsement. CNA training and certification are required and provided by the facility.
Complete at least 12 hours of continuing education annually and maintain department-specific required certifications.
When applicable in the relevant state, certification and registration with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
If classified as a Sanford Category II Driver based on facility and responsibilities, 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 when requested by leadership.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
Existing CNA certification is preferred; the posting lists a higher starting rate and work-experience credit for already-certified CNAs.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing.
Obtain and record vital signs, provide psychosocial support, and deliver 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 and dining, help residents with meals and snacks, and provide water and supplements as appropriate.
Assist providers and nursing staff with procedures as 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 resident participation.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing, maintain required continuing education records, and maintain required certifications.
May participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.