Cuyuna Regional Medical Center * Care Center LTC Crosby, MN Nursing Full Time, 8-hour Day Shift FTE: 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period) Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend Posted 09/13/2023 Req # 12597 $2,000 Signing Bonus POSITION SUMMARY Registered Nursing Assistants are an essential part of the nursing team. They provide direct care for residents that are consistent with each resident's plan of care and provide a "homelike" environment for the resident. Registered Nursing Assistants must continually work toward the achievement of the goals of CRMC. Quality care and overall efficiency are essential components to this success. Trained Medical Assistant (T.M.A.) duties apply ONLY to those that have completed the TMA certification process, received training, and been assigned to TMA duties. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Successful completion of an approved nursing assistant training program and competency evaluation within four months from the date of employment. License/Certificates: Active certification with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry required. Candidate may prove that he or she has recently successfully completed an approved training program and has not yet been included in the registry. Special Skills and Aptitudes: Effective interpersonal skills - building a positive relationship with residents, coworkers, and others. Understand the best practices used in providing personal care for residents. Able to practically apply knowledge of infection prevention, safety principles, and proper procedures to work situations. Demonstrate care and compassion in all interactions. Capable of following and carrying out verbal and written instructions. Proficient observational and reporting skills. Ability to adapt resources to meet the needs of the situation. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the direct care of residents assigned to him/her in collaboration with and under the guidance of the licensed nurse. Provide care for each resident in a manner that protects and promotes dignity, privacy, self determination, and resident rights. Offer and respect resident choices in matters of daily routine. Refer to resident by name of his/her choice Report significant resident data and changes in condition to the licensed nurse. Attend 12 hours of training each year. Maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines. Monitor physical environment for safety or fire hazards. Correct and/or report problems immediately. Demonstrate Standards of Excellence when other duties are assigned. TMA Duties: 1. Accurately and efficiently deliver prescribed medications to residents within normal time limits, to include but not limited to. Maintain appropriate security of Medication Cart Proper administration of oxygen delivery systems Blood Glucose monitoring Provide proper wound care Properly order/re-order medications Properly use emergency equipment Properly use Nebulizers Properly use blood pressure cuff, pulse oximeter, thermometer Proper use of any other instrument utilized in this TMA Role 2. Effectively utilize computer systems required for this position (e.g. Point Click Care, e-MAR/TAR, email, Net Learning, Technical Life Support, etc.) 3. Be a role model. Monitor staff to ensure resident needs are met, report performance concerns to the licensed nurse. 4. Appropriately communicate via written or verbal methods. Inform licensed nursing staff of resident conditions and/or changes to conditions. Why Cuyuna Regional Medical Center? CRMC provides the highest quality patient care by hiring exceptional, qualified individuals and providing opportunities for growth and advancement. We are more than 1,000 employees working in a unique environment that brings together the best in patient care and innovative medical specialties. From our expansive surgery suites with leading edge technology to our resort inspired senior living spaces, from trauma to routine, obstetrics to hospice, we provide services across the continuum of care - all in Minnesota's beautiful Brainerd lakes country. For more information about our medical campus visit: . We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes exceptional benefits. Follow us: Site Description: Crosby a city of 3,000 residents is part of the and Area in central Minnesota. It is a top 5 destination in the United States for mountain biking. Crosby is just 15 miles from Brainerd, MN and a two-hour drive from Minneapolis/St. Paul. The , which is serviced daily by Delta Airlines, is located 11 miles from Crosby. CRMC is located within a two-hour radius of Alexandria, Duluth, and St. Cloud. Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.