Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

CNA Position at Avera Prince of Peace-Skilled NursingPosition may be eligible for a $500 sign on bonusSouth Dakota CNA is required to be considered for this positionJob Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident carePositive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent carePosition will work 32 hours every 2 weeksBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matterAccountable 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 functionProvides assistance to residents with their activities of daily livingPerforms 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 safetyPerforms blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate formsPerforms 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 concernsAssists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning proceduresParticipates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for familiesComplies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Reports all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident propertyUnderstanding 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 staffThe 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 soundsCertified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 DaysHigh School or GED EquivalentLess than 1 year Related experience or trainingCommitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our communityPromote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardshipUphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerityMaintain confidentialityWork effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environmentComply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicableAvera 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