Nursing Assistant - Part-time, Nights

Gundersen Health System • Harmony, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Gundersen Health System (Emplify Health) - Harmony Care Center is a long-term care facility dedicated to promoting a healthy, meaningful, and secure environment for adults of all ages. They are looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant to join the team and work night shifts. If you don't have a CNA certification, they offer a fully funded program to obtain it. The role involves performing basic care for patients under the general supervision of an RN in an acute hospital setting, as well as transporting and transferring patients safely and efficiently. The CNA will also assist with data collection to facilitate the delivery of delegated nursing care.

Requirements

• Minnesota Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Nice To Haves

• If you do not have your CNA certification, we will pay for it and can start you as a Nursing Assistant!
• If you do not have your CNA certification, we will pay for your training and if starting as a Nursing Assistant, the pay rate will be $19.55/hour until you are certified!

Responsibilities

• Work night shifts including every other weekend and holiday
• Nurture a family-based care environment by learning about each person and serving their needs
• Perform basic care of patients under the general supervision of an RN in the acute hospital setting
• Transport and transfer patients within the medical complex in a safe and efficient manner
• Assist with data collection to facilitate the delivery of delegated nursing care
• Work closely under the supervision of a licensed Nurse
• Accurately document on each resident in an electronic medical record and must be familiar and competent in basic computer use
• Assist with basic care for patients in the areas of nutrition, elimination, comfort, mobility, and safety
• Ensure patient safety
• Participate in CNA meetings and unit staff meetings
• Participate in quality improvement activities in order to continuously improve patient care and unit operations
• Perform other job-related responsibilities as requested by the Director of Nursing
• Transports and transfers patients within the medical complex using appropriate equipment and utilizing safety precautions as indicated by the patient’s health status
• Assist nursing staff in lifting and ambulating patients using appropriate practice guidelines
• Maintain environment and equipment
• Demonstrate dependability, organizational skills and effective use of time by setting priorities to complete delegated work within established time frames in accordance to unit guidelines
• Demonstrate role accountability by adhering to Gundersen Health System Mission statement, policies and confidentiality standards

Benefits

• $20.55/hour + MORE FOR EXPERIENCE!
• CNAs will get a $2500 sign on bonus after 6 months of employment (taxes do apply)
• A team that has a welcoming environment and is supportive of new and current staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED