Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (Part Time)
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs - Michael J. Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home, Hot Springs
About the role
This is a part-time Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) position at the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home, a long-term care facility offering 70 private nursing care units and 23 independent living units. The role involves assisting with day-to-day resident care and engaging residents in household activities and events in a supportive, household-type environment.
Pay
$19.33 to $21.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, plus:
- $1.00 per hour shift differential for evening/night shifts
- $1.50 per hour weekend differential
Schedule
Openings available for AM or PM shifts. Shift differentials apply as noted above.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic resident care and assist with day-to-day activities
- Engage residents in household activities and events
- Assist licensed health care personnel in providing routine medical care
- Document resident care and report abnormal physical symptoms
- Assist residents with personal care and hygiene needs
- Follow established policies, procedures, and safety practices
- Use computers and data entry programs for record-keeping
Physical activities may include squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- Must possess or obtain a South Dakota Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification within four months of hire
- Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and basic arithmetic
- Ability to communicate clearly, observe and report discrepancies, and exercise tact in dealing with others
- Basic computer operation and data entry skills
Benefits
- $0 premium employee health insurance option
- Eleven paid holidays
- Generous vacation and sick leave accrual
- Dental and vision insurance options
- Retirement benefits (Class A retirement under SDRS)
Successful candidates will receive all required training by the employer.