CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Local Traveler

Location: International Falls

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Local Traveler at Good Samaritan summary:

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct care and assistance to residents in a long-term care facility, supporting daily living activities and helping with health-related tasks under RN supervision. This position requires CNA certification and experience in long-term care, with duties including hygiene assistance, mobility support, meal assistance, and documentation of resident conditions. The role may involve travel within 150 miles and offers premium pay rates, shift differentials, and benefits in a faith-based, not-for-profit organization.

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Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.
Facility: GSS MN Inter Falls
Location: International Falls, MN
Address: 2201 Keenan Dr, International Falls, MN 56649, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50
Department Details
Positions requirements and benefits
*         Must support multiple locations within 150 miles of permanent address
*         Mileage reimbursement provided
*         Premium Pay Rates:
*         $5/hour premium on all hours worked.
*         $1.25/hour weekend shift differential
*         $1.25/hour evening/night shift differential (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
 
Experience Requirements:

* Long Term Care Experience (6 months preferred, 3 months required)
 
Scheduling Requirements:

* Minimum of 30 hours per month

* One weekend shift per month
Job Summary
The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long term care. Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned resident under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per care plan. Considered a member of the nursing team and is expected to know, and will be held accountable for, following infection prevention and control policies and Personal Protective Equipment use.

Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident. Assists the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and also provides range of motion and passive exercises.

Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate.
The NA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures, if needed. Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates resident's changing condition and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational.

Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.
Qualifications
High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Minimum of 18 years of age.
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certified CNA within four months of date into the position by being enrolled in a training program or in the process of obtaining certification through Endorsement. CNA training and certification required and provided by facility.
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