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About The Position

Requirements

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 18 preferred.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing.
• Maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year (a minimum of 12 hours annually based on state requirements).
• Maintains all department specific required certifications.
• When applicable, may need a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Iowa: Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.
• Minnesota: Must have nursing assistant certification, have completed the 75-hour course and be registered with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Successful completion of a state-approved Trained Medication Assistant course.
• North Dakota: Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained. If working in an Assisted Living or Basic Care facility, Medication Assistant I certification required. If working in a skilled nursing facility, Medication Assistant II certification is required.
• South Dakota: Must successfully complete the state approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course. CMA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing.
• For all Good Samaritan and Sanford nursing facilities: Must have the state required certified/trained medication aide certification (CMA or TMA).
• Active certified nursing assistant registration in state of practice, or ability to obtain within 120 days, is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED)
• Minimum age of 18
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care

Responsibilities

• Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse.
• Delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per plan of care.
• Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities (bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, psycho-social support, and personal care).
• Assists residents in transferring, re-positioning, and walking using correct techniques and equipment.
• Provides range of motion and passive exercises.
• Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining.
• Assists residents with meals and snacks; provides water and supplements as appropriate.
• Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within scope of practice.
• Documents outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary.
• Communicates changing condition, medication follow-up, and care-related concerns/responses to the charge nurse.
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs.
• Provides housekeeping and laundry services.
• Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages resident participation.
• May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Flexible Scheduling Options Available
• Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for all FT Employees
• Generous Shift Differentials
• Health Savings Account
• Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Salary Increases
• Referral Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Compassionate Leave
• Education Assistance
• Scholarships and Sponsorships
• Continuing Education
• Years of Service Recognition Program
• Verizon and AT&T Discounts
• Hotel Discounts