Certified Nursing Assistant - Local Traveler

Careers With Purpose

Be a part of our dedicated not-for-profit organization that has supported seniors for over a century, providing quality housing and services in a compassionate Christian environment.

Facility: GSS SD Rapid City St Martin

Location: Rapid City, SD

Address: 4825 Jericho Way, Rapid City, SD 57702, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50

Job Summary

As a Nursing Assistant (NA), you will provide essential caregiving services during your work shifts in long-term care, focusing on resident-centered nursing care and daily living support.
Your responsibilities include:

• Delivering age-appropriate care based on resident needs as outlined in care plans.
• Assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and obtaining vital signs.
• Providing psychosocial support and personal care for assigned residents.
• Helping residents with transfers, repositioning, and mobility, using proper techniques and equipment.
• Facilitating enjoyable dining experiences, including assistance with meals and snacks.
• Documenting care interactions, noting changes in residents' conditions, and effectively communicating with nursing staff.
• Collecting body fluid specimens and vital signs as needed.
• Maintaining cleanliness in resident living areas through housekeeping and laundry services.
• Encouraging resident participation in wellness and recreational programs.

In addition, you may support nursing staff in procedural tasks and participate in departmental committees as required.

Qualifications

• Preferred: High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Must obtain Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing or enroll in a certification program within four months of hire.
• Annual completion of departmental competency tests and continuing education (12 hours minimum required).
• For specific states, enrollment in the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry may be necessary.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may be required if the role involves driving.

Benefits

The Good Samaritan offers a competitive benefits package for eligible full-time and part-time employees, which may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Work/life balance benefits
• Generous paid time off

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer.

Please note: The Good Samaritan maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. A drug screening and pre-employment background check will be required upon acceptance of an offer.