Jobs · South Dakota

Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC), Full-Time, Night Shift

Proforma Health · New Underwood, SD · 1 mo ago
On-siteFull-time

About the role

Join a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing housing and services to seniors in a Christian environment with over 100 years of experience. Serve as a caregiver, delivering resident-centered nursing care and assistance with daily activities under RN supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Provide age-appropriate care addressing physical and psychological needs per care plan.
  • Follow infection prevention, control policies, and PPE protocols.
  • Assist residents with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, vital signs, and psychosocial support.
  • Support transfers, repositioning, walking, and range of motion exercises.
  • Help with food preparation, meal assistance, and creating positive dining experiences.
  • Document resident interactions, communicate changes to nursing staff, and assist with specimen collection and vital signs.
  • Perform housekeeping and laundry tasks to maintain a clean environment.
  • Encourage participation in wellness and recreational activities and support departmental initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

  • High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum age 16.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required or in process within four months.
  • Completion of annual competency testing and continuing education (minimum 12 hours/year).
  • Prior clinical or long-term care experience preferred.
  • Possibility of requiring a valid driver’s license and medical clearance for driving responsibilities, depending on the role.

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