Experienced Senior Nursing Assistant, Certified - Full Time

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has dedicated over 100 years to providing exceptional housing and services to seniors, rooted in a commitment to quality care within a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS SD Canistota Ctr

Location: 700 Main St, Canistota, SD 57012, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $18.50 - $28.00

Pay Info: $2,500 Sign on Bonus!

Department Details

Are you a dedicated CNA ready to elevate your career? Join our incredible team in Canistota!

• This is a full-time Senior Certified Nursing Assistant position.
• Get rewarded for your experience!
• Day Shift: 6am to 2:30pm
• Every other weekend and holiday work is required.
• You must hold a current CNA certification.
• Receive an extra $2.50/hr location premium.
• Enjoy a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Job Summary

The Senior Nursing Assistant serves as an expert caregiver for residents during scheduled shifts in long-term care. You will display exceptional proficiency in nursing assistance and support your team as needed.

Your responsibilities include providing resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). You will deliver age-appropriate care tailored to both the physical and psychological needs of residents in accordance with individualized care plans.

Your Role Involves:

• Assisting residents with everyday activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
• Recording vital signs, providing psychosocial support, and facilitating transfers and mobility with appropriate techniques.
• Contributing to meal preparation and creating a positive dining experience for residents.
• Documenting and communicating resident interactions and changes to the charge nurse.
• Participating in cleaning duties and enhancing residents' living spaces.
• Encouraging residents' participation in wellness and recreational programs.

You may also lead Restorative Nursing programs and participate in departmental committees as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum age of 16 required; two years of clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
• Complete annual competency testing and 12 hours of continuing education each year.
• Potentially complete Restorative Nursing training within 6 months.

Benefits

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

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan.
• Work/life balance benefits.
• A generous time-off package to ensure a healthy home-work balance.

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodation for your online application, please reach out. We maintain a Drug-Free Workplace Policy; an accepted offer will require drug screening and background checks.

Req Number: R-

Job Function: Nursing