CNA - Full Time Day

Sanford Health•Canistota, SD

3d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents in long-term care during scheduled work periods. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the NA provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance according to the resident’s care plan, addressing physical and psychological needs. The NA is part of the nursing team and is responsible for following infection prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment. The role includes helping residents with personal care and activities of daily living, mobility and exercises, meals, and maintaining clean living areas. The NA documents care and resident interactions, communicates changes in condition to the charge nurse, assists nursing staff and providers with procedures as needed, and supports resident wellness and recreation programs.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Required CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certification within four months of starting the position through enrollment in a training program or certification by endorsement.
CNA training and certification are required and provided by the facility.
Successfully complete annual department-specific competency testing.
Maintain at least 12 hours of continuing education annually and maintain a record of continuing education credits.
Maintain all required department-specific certifications.
When applicable, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
If the role’s facility and responsibilities require driving, meet Sanford Category II Driver requirements, including a motor vehicle report, valid driver’s license and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions.

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 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, 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.
Provide housekeeping and laundry services to help keep residents’ living areas clean and operational.
Assist with and document wellness and recreational programs, and encourage residents to participate.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.
Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.