Certified Nursing Assistant

Gundersen
- Tweeten is a long-term care facility dedicated to promoting a healthy, meaningful and secure environment for adults of all ages, and we are looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant to join the team and work days!

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40 hours per week.

• Work day shifts including every other weekend and holiday
• Full-time - work 72 hours bi-weekly
• Nurture a family-based care environment by learning about each person and serving their needs
• The CNA is responsible for performing basic care of patients under the general supervision of an RN in the acute hospital setting.
• The CNA is also responsible for transporting and transferring patients within the medical complex in a safe and efficient manner. The CNA will also assist with data collection to facilitate the delivery of delegated nursing care.

• Work closely under the supervision of a licensed Nurse
• Must be physically able to life heavy objects, as well as push, pull, reach and squat on a regular basis
• Accurately document on each resident in an electronic medical record and must be familiar and competent in basic computer use
• Assists with basic care for patients in the areas of nutrition, elimination, comfort, mobility, and safety
• Ensure patient safety
• Participates in CNA meetings and unit staff meetings
• Participates 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.
• Must be flexible and adhere to regular and predictable attendance
• Transports and transfers patients within the medical complex using appropriate equipment and utilizing safety precautions as indicated by the patient’s health status.
• Assists nursing staff in lifting and ambulating patients using appropriate practice guidelines.
• Maintains environment and equipment
• Demonstrates dependability, organizational skills and effective use of time by setting priorities to complete delegated work within established time frames in accordance to unit guidelines.
• Demonstrates role accountability by adhering to Gundersen Health System Mission statement, policies and confidentiality standards

• Minnesota Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• If you do not have your CNA certification, we will pay for it and can start you as a Nursing Assistant!
• 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

• $19.57/hour + MORE FOR EXPERIENCE!
• $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

Equal Opportunity Employer