Job Description
Careers With Purpose 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. Facility: GSS IA Estherville Ctr
Location: Estherville, IA
Address: 1646 5th Ave N, Estherville, IA 51334, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $19.50 - $29.50
Department Details * Competitive Compensation
* Direct access to your earnings daily
* Flexible Scheduling Options Available
* Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
* Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
* Generous Shift Differentials
* Health Savings Account
* Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
* Salary Increases
* Referral Bonuses
* Advancement Opportunities
* Paid Time Off
* Compassionate Leave
* Education Assistance
* Scholarships and Sponsorships
* Continuing Education
* Years of Service Recognition Program
* Verizon and AT&T Discounts
* Hotel Discounts
Job Summary The Senior Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as an experienced caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long term care. Demonstrates expert level experience as a certified nursing assistant and assists other staff as needed.
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 Senior CNA often works as a support to other clinical staff in addition to assuming own responsibilities. Leads in problem solving and maintaining high accountability.
The Senior 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. Assists the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and also provides range of motion and passive exercises. The Senior CNA completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate.
The Senior CNA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures, if needed. Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. The Senior CNA communicates resident's changing condition and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. The Senior CNA provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.
The Senior CNA may be responsible for completing tasks related to the Restorative Nursing program (including documentation, scheduling and leading restorative programs.
Qualifications High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Minimum age of 16. Two years' clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing.
Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually. Maintains all department specific required certifications.
May be required to complete the Restorative Nursing training within 6 months.
When applicable, for applicable states, certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
Dependent on facility and required responsibilities, this role may classify as a Sanford Category II Driver requiring a motor
vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of
this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy per the leaders request.
Benefits 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 .
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 .
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.
Req Number: R-0228457
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,