<p>Careers With Purpose</p> <p>Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.</p> <p>Facility: GSS IA Lemars Location: Le Mars, IA Address: 1140 Lincoln St NE, Le Mars, IA 51031, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 32.00 Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50 Pay Info: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!</p> <p>Department Details</p> <p>Competitive Compensation</p> <p>Direct access to your Earnings Daily</p> <p>Flexible Scheduling Options Available</p> <p>Fun, Family Orientated Work Environment</p> <p>Generous Shift Differentials</p> <p>Health Savings Account</p> <p>Company Matched 401 (k) Retirement Plan</p> <p>Salary Increases</p> <p>Referral Bonuses</p> <p>Advancement Opportunities</p> <p>Paid Time Off</p> <p>Compassionate Leave</p> <p>Education Assistance</p> <p>Scholarships and Sponsorships</p> <p>Continuing Education</p> <p>Years of Service Recognition Program</p> <p>Verizon and AT&T Discounts</p> <p>Hotel Discounts</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long term care. Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned resident under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per care plan. Considered a member of the nursing team and is expected to know, and will be held accountable for, following infection prevention and control policies and Personal Protective Equipment use. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident. The CNA assists the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and also provides a range of motion and passive exercises. The CNA completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the residents. The CNA assists residents with meals and snacks, providing water and supplements as appropriate.</p> <p>The CNA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures, if needed. Documents of resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. The CNA communicates residents' changing conditions and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. The CNA collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. The CNA provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. The CNA may participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>High school graduate or general equivalent diploma (GED) preferred but not required.</p> <p>Minimum age of 16. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.</p> <p>Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certified CNA within four months of date into the position by being enrolled in a training program or in the process of obtaining certification through Endorsement. CNA training and certification required and provided by the facility.</p> <p>Satisfactorily completes yearly department for specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours of continuing education is required annually. Maintains all department specific required certifications.</p> <p>When applicable, for applicable states, certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.</p> <p>Dependent on facility and required responsibilities, this role may be classified as a Sanford Category II Driver requiring a motor</p> <p>vehicle report and proof of valid driver's license. Also, must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of</p> <p>this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy per the leader's request.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .</p> <p>The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .</p> <p>The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.</p> <p>Req Number: R-0243377 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No</p>