Restorative CNA - Full time day shift

• Description NEW HIGHER STARTING WAGE
• $19+/hour Based on Experience Join a Team That Has Been Caring for Seniors with Heart Since 1962 Are you a compassionate CNA who loves making a real difference in the lives of seniors? If you’re a morning person that enjoys making a difference, this role is for you. From morning routines to daily connections, our day shift CNAs are the heart of our community, bringing energy, kindness, and hands-on care to residents throughout their day. Here’s what you’ll do: · Support overall resident well-being and safety · Assist residents with morning care routines, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, and toileting · Assist with mobility exercises as instructed by the care plan · Serve and assist with breakfast and lunch, ensuring proper diet, hydration, and monitoring intake · Take and record vital signs, weights, fluid intake, and output accurately · Prepare residents for and assist with therapy sessions, appointments, and activities · Provide reassurance, companionship, and emotional support to residents and families · Document residents’ behaviors, mood changes, and any significant observations · Monitor residents for safety, comfort, and medical needs (if applicable) · Ensure call lights are answered promptly · Report any changes in residents’ conditions promptly to the Charge Nurse · Follow infection control procedures, including proper use of PPE · Observe and report safety hazards in the resident care areas · Assist in emergency situations as directed by the charge nurse · Ensure residents’ rooms and personal spaces are clean, safe, and comfortable · Support licensed nurses (RNs/LPNs) in carrying out care procedures · Assist with documentation and handoff reports to evening shift staff · Help train or mentor new CNAs or nursing assistants (if experienced) · Additional job duties as required

Requirements

Physical Requirements: o Ability to lift/push/pull up to 25–50 lbs o Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods o Ability to assist with resident transfers safely (including use of mechanical lifts) Work Requirements: o Must pass a criminal background check o Must have a negative TB test or be willing to complete one o Must meet facility immunization requirements (e.g., flu shot, COVID-19 if applicable) o Must follow infection prevention and safety protocols o Ability to work the day shift o Willingness to take part in scheduled weekend/holiday rotations Here’s what you’ll need: · High school diploma or GED · Active CNA certification in the state of South Dakota (preferred, but not required) · Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing (preferred, but not required) Here’s what you’ll need to be successful: · Ability to successfully pass CNA certification training, if applicable · Comfortable working with the geriatric population · Patient and attentive to residents’ needs · Ability to follow care plans and instructions · Dependable with strong attention to detail · Strong communication skills with residents, families, and nursing staff · Positive attitude and willingness to learn · Reliable, punctual, and flexible · Ability to work well independently and as part of a care team · Eager to grow professionally while contributing to a mission that truly matters Here’s what we offer: · Starting wage at $19/hour (higher based on experience) · Paid CNA training · Health, Dental, and Vision insurance at affordable rates · Holiday Pay · Paid Time Off (PTO) · Employee Meals · 401(k) retirement plan For more than 60 years, Bethel Lutheran Home has been a trusted provider of exceptional care to our community’s older adults. If you thrive in a supportive environment where your work is valued and your growth is encouraged, we’d love to meet you! Apply today and become part of a community with a legacy of exceptional care!