CNA - Canby Care Center - Full Time Nights

Sanford Health • Canby, MN

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About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods in long-term care. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the NA provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance according to each resident’s care plan and physical and psychological needs. The NA is part of the nursing team and is expected to follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment appropriately.

The role includes assisting with personal care, mobility, meals, basic health needs, and resident activities; supporting providers and nursing staff with procedures when needed; documenting care and communicating changes in residents’ conditions; and helping maintain clean and operational living areas. This position works 8-hour night shifts, with 32 scheduled hours per week, at a starting rate of $22.60.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16.
• CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state-certified CNA status within four months of starting by enrollment in a training program or pursuing certification through endorsement.
• Complete yearly department-specific competency testing satisfactorily.
• Maintain a record of continuing education credits, with at least 12 hours required annually.
• Maintain all department-specific required certifications.
• When applicable, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
• If classified 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, as requested by leadership.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Assist assigned 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.
• Assist with food preparation, dining, 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 dietary needs.
• Communicate changes in residents’ conditions 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.
• Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.
• May participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed