Senior Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC)

Job Description

Job DescriptionCareers With Purpose

Become a part of our non-profit organization that has dedicated over a century to providing housing and services for seniors, emphasizing quality care and service within a Christian framework.

Facility Information

• Facility: GSS SD Howard Center
• Location: Howard, SD
• Address: 300 W Hazel Ave, Howard, SD 57349, USA
• Shift: Day
• Job Schedule: Flexible
• Weekly Hours: 40.00
• Salary Range: $19.50 - $29.50

Job Summary

The Senior Nursing Assistant (NA) acts as a skilled caregiver for residents during their scheduled shifts in long-term care settings. This role requires a high level of expertise as a certified nursing assistant and involves supporting other staff members as necessary.

The NA is responsible for delivering resident-focused nursing care and assisting with daily living activities under the guidance of a registered nurse (RN). This includes understanding and addressing the physical and psychological needs of residents according to their care plans. As a vital member of the nursing team, the NA is accountable for adhering to infection prevention protocols and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This position often involves supporting other clinical staff while managing individual responsibilities and leading problem-solving efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with essential health care needs, including daily living tasks such as bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and recording vital signs.
• Providing psychosocial support and personal care to assigned residents.
• Helping residents with mobility, including transferring, repositioning, and walking, using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Facilitating range of motion and passive exercises.
• Contributing to food preparation and dining experiences, ensuring a positive atmosphere during meals.
• Documenting resident interactions and care outcomes, including behavior, activity, and dietary needs.
• Communicating any changes in residents' conditions or care concerns to the charge nurse.
• Collecting non-invasive body fluid samples and vital signs.
• Providing housekeeping and laundry services to maintain clean living environments.
• Assisting with wellness and recreational programs, encouraging resident participation.
• Participating in departmental committees and task forces as needed.
• Completing tasks related to the Restorative Nursing program, including documentation and scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not mandatory.
• Minimum age requirement of 16 years.
• Preferred two years of clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.
• Must possess a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification from the State Board of Nursing.
• Completion of annual department-specific competency testing and maintenance of continuing education credits, with a minimum of 12 hours required each year.
• Must maintain all required department-specific certifications.
• Completion of Restorative Nursing training may be required within six months.
• For applicable states, certification and registration with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry may be necessary.
• This role may require classification as a Sanford Category II Driver, necessitating a motor vehicle report and proof of a valid driver’s license, along with medical qualifications to perform essential driving functions as per organizational policy.

Benefits

Our organization offers a competitive benefits package for eligible full-time and part-time employees. Depending on qualifications, benefits may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Work/life balance benefits
• Generous time-off policies to support a healthy work-life balance

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you have a disability and require assistance with your online application, please reach out for support.

Our organization maintains a Drug-Free Workplace Policy. Acceptance of an offer will be contingent upon passing a drug screening and pre-employment background check.

• Req Number: R-
• Job Function: Nursing
• Featured: No