Sanford Health·Fargo, North Dakota
The Nursing Assistant provides patient-centered care and assistance with daily living activities under the supervision of an RN or LPN. Responsibilities include recording vital statistics, collecting non-invasive specimens, and maintaining a clean treatment environment.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 16 Compensation:
$17.00 - $24.00 Union Position: No Department Details Join our Oncology Team! Great for nursing students, CNAs, or anyone seeking work in patient care who wish to gain experience and refine skills.
7:00am-3:30pm and 3:00pm-11:30pm. Every other weekend and every other holiday rotation.
Additional compensation for working nights, weekends and holidays! Summary The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The NA provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities; bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Will collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.
High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.
If working in Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aid Registry with current work eligibility. Sanford 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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred. Candidates must be registered with the state Nurse Aide Registry in North Dakota or Wisconsin depending on the work location.
Market context
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