Certified Nursing Assistant, Long Term Care, Float

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Act as a caregiver for residents during designated work shifts in long-term care settings.

• Deliver resident-centered nursing care and assistance with daily living activities under the supervision of an RN.

• Offer support with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing, vital signs collection and documentation, psychosocial care, and personal hygiene.

• Help with transferring, repositioning, ambulation, range-of-motion, and passive exercises using proper techniques and equipment.

• Handle food preparation and dining responsibilities; assist with meals, snacks, hydration, and nutritional supplements.

• Support healthcare providers and nursing staff with necessary procedures.

• Record resident interactions and outcomes concerning care, behavior, activities, and dietary requirements.

• Inform the charge nurse of any changes in resident conditions and care-related issues.

• Collect non-invasive body fluid samples and measure vital signs.

• Provide housekeeping and laundry services.

• Assist with and document wellness and recreational activities; promote resident involvement.

• Engage in departmental or organizational committees and task forces as required.

• Adhere to infection prevention, control, and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 months of experience in Long-Term Care is required (6 months preferred).

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state-certified CNA within four months of starting the position through enrollment in a training program or certification by Endorsement is required.

• CNA training and certification will be provided by the facility.

• In Colorado, QMAP certification from the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment is required, depending on the facility.

• Successful completion of annual department-specific competency evaluations is necessary.

• Must maintain a record of continuing education credits, with a minimum of 12 hours required annually.

• Maintain all necessary department-specific certifications.

• When applicable, must be certified and registered with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.

• Depending on facility requirements and responsibilities, may need Sanford Category II Driver classification, a motor vehicle report, a valid driver’s license, and medical qualifications for essential driving tasks.

• Travel is necessary to support various locations within a 75-mile radius of the permanent residence.

• Minimum of 30 hours of work per month.

• One weekend shift is required each month.

🏝️ Benefits

• $7/hr premium.

• $1.25/hour differential for weekend shifts.

• $1.25/hour differential for evening/night shifts (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM).

• CNA training and certification are provided by the facility.

• Opportunities for continuing education credits and annual department-specific competency evaluations.

• A minimum of 12 hours of continuing education is required annually.