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

Sanford Health•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant serves as a caregiver to residents in long-term care during the scheduled work period. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Nursing Assistant provides resident-centered care and daily living assistance according to each resident’s care plan and physical and psychological needs. The role is part of the nursing team and requires following infection-prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment appropriately. The position is based at Good Samaritan Maplewood and is scheduled for 32 hours per week on 8-hour day shifts. The role may be classified as a Sanford Category II Driver, depending on the facility and required responsibilities.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state CNA certification within four months of starting the position by enrolling in a training program or pursuing certification through endorsement.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing and maintain a record of continuing education credits.
Complete at least 12 hours of continuing education annually.
Maintain all department-specific required certifications.
When applicable, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
If applicable to facility responsibilities and the Sanford Category II Driver classification, provide a motor vehicle report and proof of a valid driver’s license and be medically qualified 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 provide psychosocial support and other personal care.
Obtain and record vital signs and collect non-invasive body fluid specimens.
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 when needed.
Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, behavior, activity, and diet as needed.
Communicate residents’ changing conditions and care-related concerns or responses to the charge nurse.
Provide housekeeping and laundry services to help maintain clean and operational living areas.
Assist with and document wellness and recreational programs and encourage resident participation.
Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.
Follow infection-prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.