Nursing Assistant - Premium Weekend Days - Nelson Care Center
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant provides hands-on support to residents, helping ensure their safety, comfort, and dignity. The role includes assisting with daily activities, monitoring health changes, offering companionship, and helping create a home-like environment where residents can thrive. This is a part-time position at Nelson Care Center, scheduled for 32 hours per pay period from 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, working three out of four weekends and a higher holiday rotation. The position is hourly and non-exempt, with eligibility for overtime, and has no supervisory responsibilities. Travel is not required. The premium wage is $28 per hour while working scheduled weekends and holidays. The base wage is $22.60–$24.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and location. The role is in the Nursing Division and reports to the Director of Clinical Care or Nursing.
Requirements
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in Minnesota.
- Ability to provide care with empathy, patience, and integrity.
- Physical capability to perform all essential job functions.
- Ability to pass a state-mandated background check.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, staff, and visitors.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in long-term care, assisted living, or home health.
Responsibilities
- Deliver compassionate, hands-on care by assisting residents with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, and mobility according to each resident’s Plan of Care.
- Support residents’ daily well-being by offering meals, hydration, companionship, and encouragement to participate in social activities.
- Monitor and report changes in residents’ health, including vital signs, skin conditions, and behavioral or physical changes, and communicate them promptly to the nursing team.
- Help residents feel comfortable, respected, and supported by creating a home-like atmosphere.
- Perform other duties as assigned to ensure residents receive exceptional care and support.
Benefits
- Employer-matched retirement
- Pay-on-demand
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Scholarships
- Training and professional development
- Work-life benefits
- Modern technology
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
