Join Our Team at Avera Mary House
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
Accountable for providing direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical, academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function.
What You Will Do :
- Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living
- Performs routine duties and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff
- Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight
- Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities
- Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment
- Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families
- Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy
- Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program
Essential Qualifications :
The individual must be able to work the hours specifiedTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other soundsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functionsRequired Education, License / Certification, or Work Experience :
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 DaysPreferred Education, License / Certification, or Work Experience :
High School or GED EquivalentLess than 1 year Related experience or trainingExpectations and Standards :
Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our communityPromote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardshipUphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerityMaintain confidentialityWork effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environmentComply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicableBenefits You Need & Then Some :
PTO available day 1 for eligible hiresFree health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health PlanUp to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law.