Nursing Assistant, Certified - UFCW - Maplewood- Part Time Days

Sanford Health•Saint Paul, MN

7d•$23 - $24

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents in long-term care during the scheduled work period. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the NA provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance in accordance with each resident’s care plan and 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 appropriately. The role includes assisting residents with personal care, mobility, meals, and daily activities; supporting providers and nursing staff with procedures as needed; documenting care and resident interactions; communicating changes in a resident’s condition to the charge nurse; and helping maintain clean living areas. The NA may also assist with wellness and recreational programs and participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or obtain state-certified CNA status within four months of starting through enrollment in a training program or certification by endorsement.
CNA training and certification are required and provided by the facility.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing satisfactorily.
Maintain a record of at least 12 continuing education hours annually.
Maintain all department-specific required certifications.
Where 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, proof of a 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, and personal care.
Obtain and record vital signs and collect non-invasive body fluid specimens.
Provide psychosocial support and resident-centered care according to the care plan.
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 when 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 residents to participate.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment appropriately.
Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.