CNA - Millard - FT Days

Sanford Health•Omaha, NE

4d•$17 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to residents in long-term care during scheduled work periods. 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, addressing physical and psychological needs. The role is part of the nursing team and is accountable for following infection prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment (PPE). The position is based at Sanford Health’s Millard Center and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts. CNA training and certification are required and provided by the facility. The role requires annual competency testing, at least 12 hours of continuing education each year, and maintenance of applicable department certifications.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certification within four months of starting the position through enrollment in a training program or certification by endorsement.
Complete annual department-specific competency testing.
Maintain at least 12 hours of continuing education annually and all required department-specific certifications.
When applicable in the state, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
For applicable facility responsibilities, 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, but not required.
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily living and personal care, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing.
Obtain and record vital signs and collect non-invasive body fluid specimens.
Transfer, reposition and walk residents using appropriate techniques and equipment; provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
Complete food preparation and dining-related tasks, assist residents with meals and snacks, and provide water and supplements as appropriate.
Provide psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned residents.
Assist providers and nursing staff with procedures as 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.
Provide housekeeping and laundry services to help residents keep living areas clean and operational.
Assist with and document wellness and recreational programs, and encourage resident participation.
May participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.