CNA - PRN/Casual - SF Village
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods in a long-term care setting. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the NA provides resident-centered care and daily living assistance according to each resident’s care plan, with attention to physical and psychological needs. The role is part of the nursing team and requires following infection prevention and control policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment. The position is at Sanford’s Sioux Falls Village, which provides long-term care, short-stay rehabilitation, and memory care. Shifts vary according to availability, and one weekend per month is required. The role is PRN/casual, with scheduled weekly hours listed as zero.
Requirements
- Active CNA license required at time of hire.
- Minimum age of 16.
- 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 certification-by-endorsement process.
- 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 facility and responsibilities require driving, 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.
- Follow infection prevention and control policies and proper personal protective equipment use.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED).
- Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance 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, and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment.
- Provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
- Assist with food preparation and dining, including meals, snacks, water, and supplements, while supporting a positive dining experience.
- Assist providers and nursing staff with procedures as needed.
- Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, behavior, activity, and diet.
- Communicate changes in residents’ 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 appropriately.
- 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; benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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