Job Description

Locations

• Miller, South Dakota, United States

Salary

Skills Required

• Patient Careintermediate
• Vital Signs Measurementintermediate
• Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Assistanceintermediate
• Infection Controlintermediate
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Useintermediate
• Transfer Techniquesintermediate
• Range of Motion Exercisesintermediate
• Communication Skillsintermediate
• Documentationintermediate
• Housekeepingintermediate
• Laundry Servicesintermediate
• Food Preparationintermediate
• Resident Monitoringintermediate
• Psychosocial Supportintermediate
• Emergency Responseintermediate
• Observation Skillsintermediate
• Teamworkintermediate
• Empathyintermediate
• Time Managementintermediate

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred. (experience)
• Minimum age of 16 years old. (experience)
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred. (experience)
• Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certified CNA within four months of date into the position. (experience)
• Enrollment in a CNA training program or in the process of obtaining certification through Endorsement. (experience)
• CNA training and certification required and provided by facility. (experience)
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department-specific competency testing. (experience)
• Maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. (experience)
• A minimum of 12 hours of continuing education are required annually. (experience)
• Maintains all department-specific required certifications. (experience)
• Certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry (when applicable). (experience)
• Medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions if role classifies as a Sanford Category II Driver. (experience)

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with basic health care needs, including daily living activities such as bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing/undressing.
• Obtains and records vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate.
• Provides psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned residents, ensuring their emotional well-being.
• Assists residents in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment.
• Provides range of motion and passive exercises to maintain residents' physical function.
• Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the residents.
• Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate, and monitors their intake.
• Aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures as needed, ensuring a safe and efficient environment.
• Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary intake.
• Communicates resident's changing condition and care-related concerns/responses to the charge nurse promptly and accurately.
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs for diagnostic purposes.
• Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment.
• Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs, encouraging residents to participate and promoting their social engagement.
• May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed, contributing to the improvement of resident care and organizational processes.

Benefits

• general: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• general: Comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• general: Paid time off (PTO) program for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• general: Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions to help secure your financial future.
• general: Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family in case of unexpected events.
• general: Employee assistance program (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services.
• general: Tuition reimbursement program to support your professional development and continuing education.
• general: Wellness programs and resources to promote your physical and mental well-being.
• general: Employee discount program providing discounts on various products and services.
• general: Career advancement opportunities within Sanford Health's extensive network of facilities.
• general: A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.
• general: Opportunities to participate in professional development and training programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• general: Sign-on bonus for eligible positions, providing an additional financial incentive.
• general: Relocation assistance for eligible candidates, making the transition to a new location smoother.
• general: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and technology to provide the best possible care to patients.
• general: A commitment to diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming and equitable workplace for all employees.

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