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Urgently Hiring! Step Into Excellence - Apply Today as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Department: Nursing Department
Job Status: Full-Time / Non-Exempt / Hourly
Work Location: Onsite 
Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and more

Apply: https://www.scls.org/employees/
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Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Current license in good standing to practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of KS required. 
• Supports the SCL philosophy of caring, compassion, and concern, and the wholeness, wellness, and total care approaches

About Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth:
Established in 1858 in Kansas, the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth (SCL) live their mission in the spirit of their founders, St. Vincent de Paul, Louise de Marillac, and Mother Xavier Ross. The Sisters, as Gospel-centered women, share a tradition of responding to the needs of the time, ministering to the vulnerable and marginalized, and caring for the fragile Earth. They share their mission in partnership and collaboration with those committed to working for peace and justice.

Position Summary:
Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team. The ideal candidate will display compassion, education, proficiency, and experience while assisting the Sisters. This critical role assists in creating and managing nursing care plans and will participate in evaluating the Sisters’ current and future medical needs.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Join our team of patient champions dedicated to top-tier care, working within a pristine, peaceful facility and beautiful, well-maintained campus grounds.
• 3 shifts a week; 12-hour shifts 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM or 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM. 
• Low resident (Sisters only!) to staff ratio.
• $19.00 per hour plus shift differential ($0.85 to $4.25/hour).
• Accrue 176 hours of PTO in your first year.
• 9 paid holidays, including birthday off with pay.
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical insurance is available for as low as $90/month.
• Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes teamwork and care.

What You’ll Do - Essentials Duties:

• Provide basic patient care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding Sisters.
• Help Sisters with mobility issues, such as transferring to and from bed or wheelchair, and assist with exercise routines as directed by the nursing staff.
• Monitor vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration, and report any changes to the nursing staff.
• Assist Sister with activities of daily living, such as toileting and hygiene needs.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families and communicate patient concerns or issues to the nursing staff.
• Document appropriate activities of daily living in the electronic medical records.
• Follow infection control procedures, including proper hand washing and use of personal protective equipment.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings, reporting Sister status and any concerns or observations.
• Assist with Sister transportation and movement, including transferring patients between beds and wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards of nursing practice, including maintaining Sister confidentiality and demonstrating a compassionate, caring attitude.
• Passing fresh water to Sisters’ rooms and encourages hydration.
• Assist with carrying out daily living activities.
• Accompany Sisters to Chapel for prayers.
• Passes snacks and follows dietician’s recommendations.
• Occasionally accompany Sisters to doctor’s appointments.
• Assuring the physical comfort and mental well-being of Sisters.
• Assist in customary daily requirements and tasks in care and treatment such as bathing, feeding, dressing, observing intake of food, responding to calls, etc.
• Detecting/correcting situations that have a high probability of causing accidents/injuries to Sisters.
• Observing and reporting symptoms, reactions, and changes.
• Encouraging and participating in rehabilitative measures.
• Helps keep Sisters’ rooms neat and clean.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Environment:

• Works in various settings to include office environments, resident rooms, and well-lighted hallways.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated, and ventilated office.
• Some trips outdoors will be required.
• May be exposed to various health-related materials, such as blood and body fluids, oxygen containers in use in work area.
• Employees may be required to perform other related duties and activities.
• This position is an in-office engagement. You will collaborate with a supportive team that values innovation and growth.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED, equivalent.
• Current license in good standing to practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of required. 
• Supports the SCL philosophy of caring, compassion, and concern, and the wholeness, wellness, and total care approaches.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, engage in a full range of motion, ability to lift/carry medium weight (up to 35 pounds), engage in pushing and pulling light weight; must have normal peripheral vision, normal vision, and hearing (after correction); must have normal depth perception and sense of touch.
• Ability to move about with reasonable accommodation, reach, turn, twist, and touch.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to operate building equipment.
• Must be able to provide personal care to residents, ambulating, lifting, toileting, and turning individuals of at least 150 pounds.