Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC)

Sanford Health•Osceola, NE

2d•$17 - $26

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods in long-term care. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Nursing Assistant provides resident-centered nursing 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, including proper use of personal protective equipment. The position is PRN at Good Samaritan Osceola, a 47-bed assisted living and skilled nursing facility. The facility describes its environment as supportive, team-oriented, kind, and compassionate. The work shift varies. The posted starting rate is $17.00–$25.50, and the position is non-union.

Requirements

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 certification by endorsement.
CNA training and certification are required and provided by the facility.
Satisfactorily complete annual department-specific competency testing and maintain a record of continuing education credits.
Complete at least 12 hours of continuing education annually.
Maintain all required department-specific certifications.
Where applicable, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
Depending on the facility and job responsibilities, may need to 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 daily living and basic health care needs, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing, vital signs, psychosocial support, and personal care.
Assist residents with transferring, repositioning, and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment, and provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
Complete food preparation and dining tasks, assist 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 residents’ changing 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.
May participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.