Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

CNA Position at Avera Prince of Peace-Skilled Nursing

Position may be eligible for a $500 sign on bonus

South Dakota CNA is required to be considered for this position

Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care

Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care

Position will work 32 hours every 2 weeks

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter

Accountable for providing direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical, academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function

Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living

Performs routine duties and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may include but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety

Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms

Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provide feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns

Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning procedures

Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families

Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Reports all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property

Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days

High School or GED Equivalent

Less than 1 year Related experience or training

Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community

Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship

Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity

Maintain confidentiality

Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment

Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law