Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) at Abarca Health

Mitchell, South Dakota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Skilled NursingIndustries

Requirements

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days
High School or GED Equivalent (preferred)
Less than 1 year Related experience or training (preferred)
Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
Ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds
Ability to work specified hours (Part time, Afternoon Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm, 4:00pm-10:30pm, 6:00pm; 24hrs/2wks)

Responsibilities

Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living
Performs routine duties and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff (e.g., assisting with bathing, dressing, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers, repositioning, toileting, serving/collecting food trays, feeding, answering call lights, maintaining clean environment, transporting patients, assisting with ambulation, orienting/reorienting residents)
Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight measurements; documents concise and factual information on appropriate forms
Performs or assists residents in specific medical care activities per policy/procedure (e.g., restorative exercises, collecting specimens, assessing/documenting cares); provides feedback to nursing staff on patient status changes, pain management, and concerns
Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment (including cleaning procedures)
Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families
Complies with all aspects of resident rights (including confidentiality and privacy); reports allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of property
Follows established policies/procedures for fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control, hazardous/chemical communication; maintains clean and safe environment for residents, families, and staff
Commitment to daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Vital SignsBlood PressurePatient BathingPatient DressingBed MakingPatient TransferRepositioningToileting AssistanceFeeding AssistanceCall Light ResponseDocumentationSpecimen CollectionRestorative ExercisesPatient Ambulation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay range for the Certified Nurse Assistant position?

The pay range is $18.75 - $24.50, with actual pay rate dependent upon experience. A $3 shift differential is available for hours worked between 7p and 7a, and $2 on weekends.

Is this a remote or on-site position, and what are the work hours?

This is an on-site position at Avera Brady Health and Rehab in the Afternoon Shift (United States of America), with shifts like 2:00pm-10:30pm, 4:00pm-10:30pm, and 6:00pm for 24 hours every 2 weeks. It is part-time employment.

What are the essential qualifications and duties for this CNA role?

Candidates must be able to work the specified afternoon hours and perform essential functions like assisting residents with activities of daily living, vital signs monitoring, documentation, restorative exercises, and maintaining a clean safe environment. Duties include bathing, dressing, feeding assistance, answering call lights, and reporting changes in patient conditions.

What is the team environment like at Avera?

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for patients, where you work where you matter.

What makes a strong candidate for this CNA position?

A strong candidate can work the specified afternoon shifts, perform all essential job functions successfully, follow policies on resident rights, safety, and infection control, and provide compassionate direct care to meet residents' physical, social, and spiritual needs.

Abarca Health

Pharmacy Benefit Management services provider

About Abarca Health

Abarca Health provides Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services, focusing on flexible and user-friendly solutions for health plans, employers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Its main product, the Darwin platform, allows clients to quickly implement and modify benefit designs while ensuring compliance with regulations. Abarca Health manages over $5.3 billion in drug spend and processes 100 million prescription claims annually, offering additional services like home delivery for prescriptions. The company's goal is to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions in the PBM market.

Aventura, FloridaHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

501-1,000Employees