Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC)
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents during scheduled work periods in long-term care. Under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN), the NA provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance in accordance with each resident’s care plan, including age-appropriate care for 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. The NA assists with personal care and activities of daily living, transfers and mobility, meals and dining, vital signs, and non-invasive specimen collection. The role also includes documenting care and resident interactions, communicating changes in residents’ conditions to the charge nurse, assisting providers and nursing staff with procedures as needed, and helping maintain residents’ living areas. The NA supports wellness and recreational activities and may participate in committees or task forces.
Requirements
- Active CNA license required at time of hire, as stated in the posting.
- 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.
- Complete yearly department-specific competency testing and maintain a record of continuing education credits; at least 12 continuing education hours are required annually.
- Maintain all department-specific required certifications.
- When applicable, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
- Minimum age of 16.
- High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.
- High school diploma or GED.
- A valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report may be required if the position is classified as a Sanford Category II Driver.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing, vital signs, psychosocial support, and other personal care.
- Assist residents with transferring, repositioning, and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment; 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 members 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.
- Collect non-invasive body fluid specimens and gather vital signs.
- Provide housekeeping and laundry services to help residents keep their 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.
- Participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.
Benefits
- Generous night and weekend shift differentials.
- Advancement opportunities.
- Various education assistance programs.
- Continuing education.
- Direct access to earnings daily.
- Robust benefits package, with benefits varying by full-time or part-time status.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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