Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care - FT - Dayshift

Sanford Health•Olathe, KS

3d•$18 - $26

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods in a long-term care setting. Under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN), the NA provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance according to each resident’s care plan, including age-appropriate care addressing 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 (PPE). The NA assists residents with activities of daily living, mobility, meals, personal care, and maintaining clean living areas. The NA also documents care and resident interactions, observes and communicates changes or concerns to the charge nurse, supports wellness and recreational programs, and may assist providers and nursing staff with procedures. This is a 32-hour-per-week dayshift position at a skilled nursing facility specializing in long-term and post-acute care. Every other weekend and holiday work is required.

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 provided by the facility.
Complete yearly department-specific competency testing satisfactorily.
Maintain a record of continuing education credits, with at least 12 hours of continuing education required annually.
Maintain all department-specific required certifications.
Where applicable, hold certification and registration with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
Depending on facility and 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 when requested by leadership.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (preferred, not required).
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing, and other personal care.
Obtain and record vital signs and collect non-invasive body fluid specimens.
Provide psychosocial support and other basic health care assistance.
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, and snacks; provide water and supplements as appropriate and support 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 resident participation.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.
May participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces.