Nursing Assistant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onKamehameha Highway, Puohala, Kaneohe, Honolulu County, Hawaii, 96744, United States
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.
About the Role
As a Nursing Assistant, you will serve as a dedicated caregiver to residents in an assisted living setting. You are an integral member of the nursing team, providing resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. Your work focuses on delivering age-appropriate care that addresses both the physical and psychological needs of residents, including those with dementia.
Day in the Life
Your day involves providing comprehensive support for basic health care needs, such as bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing. You will assist with meals and snacks, creating a positive dining experience, and may help with food preparation. Depending on the location, you might assist with transferring, repositioning, and walking residents, as well as performing range of motion exercises. You will document care outcomes, communicate changes in resident conditions to the charge nurse, and may assist with procedures or collect specimens. Additionally, you may provide housekeeping and laundry services to keep living areas clean and operational, while encouraging residents to participate in wellness and recreational programs.
Work Environment
The nursing department provides care 24 hours a day. Employment expectations may include varying shifts, rotating schedules, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the department and resident census. You will work with a great staff and residents, and may be asked to provide direction to students during their training.
Equal Opportunity
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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Kamehameha Highway, Puohala, Kaneohe, Honolulu County, Hawaii, 96744, United States
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Key Responsibilities
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Bathing, Toileting, Grooming, Dressing, Undressing, Vital Signs, Transfer Techniques, Range Of Motion, Passive Exercises, Food Preparation.
Education: High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
Frequently asked questions about Nursing Assistant at Sanford Health
What does a Nursing Assistant at Sanford Health do?expand_more
In this Nursing Assistant at Sanford Health role, you will provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance including bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing; administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse within state regulations and scope of practice; provide direction and supervision to students during their training and resident care activities; and perform range of motion exercises and assist with transferring, repositioning, and walking using proper techniques.
What are the requirements for this Nursing Assistant role?expand_more
Sanford Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school graduate or GED preferred; Minimum age of 16; Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in assisted living preferred; Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing; Maintains a record of continuing education credits (minimum 12 hours annually); and Maintains all department specific required certifications.
Where is the Nursing Assistant role at Sanford Health located?expand_more
Nursing Assistant at Sanford Health is based in Kamehameha Highway, Puohala, Kaneohe, Honolulu County, Hawaii, 96744, United States. This is a on-site role.