CNA, Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Nights

Sanford Health•Grand Island, NE

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 to assigned residents, delivering age-appropriate care based on their physical and psychological needs and care plans. The role is part of the nursing team and requires following infection prevention and control policies and using personal protective equipment (PPE). The position is based at Good Samaritan Grand Island Village. The schedule is 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 a.m., working 12-hour night shifts, 36 scheduled hours per week, every other weekend and rotating holidays. Compensation is $18.50–$28.00.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
CNA training and certification are required; training and certification are provided by the facility.
Must hold Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or obtain state CNA certification within four months of starting by enrolling in a training program or obtaining certification through endorsement.
Satisfactorily complete yearly department-specific competency testing.
Maintain a record of continuing education credits, with at least 12 hours of continuing education annually.
Maintain all required department-specific certifications.
When applicable in the relevant state, be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
If the role’s facility and responsibilities require driving, meet Sanford Category II Driver requirements, including a motor vehicle report, proof of a valid driver’s license, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily living activities, 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, and provide range-of-motion and passive exercises.
Support food preparation and dining, 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.
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.
May participate in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as needed.
Follow infection prevention and control policies and use personal protective equipment.