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Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days or ... Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with ...

Nursing Assistant

Le Mars, IA · On-site

$29.80K - $39.30K/yr

Certified Nurse Assistant Responsibilities: * Performs treatments within the scope of the CNA ... EOE F/M/V/D/SO At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate ...

Location: Avera St Benedict Assisted Living Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Afternoon Shift ... Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: * High School or GED Equivalent ...

Certified Nursing Assistant II

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Avera Prince of Peace-Skilled Nursing Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings ... nurse, provides direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility ...

Position Highlights The caregiver provides medical and physical care to the residents of the ... At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver ...

Position Highlights The caregiver provides medical and physical care to the residents of the ... At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Resident Assistant CNA, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Resident Assistant CNA, you need a strong understanding of basic patient care, personal hygiene assistance, and a valid CNA certification. Familiarity with medical charting systems, mobility aids, and safety protocols is typically required. Compassion, patience, and excellent communication skills help build trust with residents and facilitate teamwork with healthcare staff. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring residents' well-being, maintaining a safe environment, and delivering high-quality care in assisted living settings.

What are some common challenges Resident Assistant CNAs face when supporting residents with varying levels of independence?

Resident Assistant CNAs often work with individuals who have diverse needs, ranging from those who are largely independent to those requiring extensive assistance. One common challenge is adapting care approaches to suit each resident's abilities while maintaining their dignity and encouraging as much independence as possible. Additionally, CNAs must manage time effectively to balance personal care, documentation, and emotional support, all while responding to unexpected situations such as medical emergencies or behavioral changes. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential, as CNAs frequently coordinate with nurses, other aides, and family members to provide comprehensive care.

What are Resident Assistant CNAs?

Resident Assistant CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistants) are healthcare professionals who provide direct care and support to residents in long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes or assisted living communities. Their responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring residents’ health, and ensuring their safety and comfort. They work under the supervision of licensed nurses and play a crucial role in maintaining the well-being and quality of life of those in their care.

What is the difference between Resident Assistant Cna vs Certified Nursing Assistant?

AspectResident Assistant CnaCertified Nursing Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, CNA certification, Resident Assistant trainingHigh school diploma, CNA certification
Work EnvironmentAssisted living facilities, nursing homes, senior communitiesHospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities
Employer & IndustrySenior care, assisted living, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, nursing homes, healthcare settings
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both Resident Assistants Cnas and CNAs work in healthcare settings providing basic care, Resident Assistants Cnas focus more on assisting elderly residents with daily activities in assisted living environments. CNAs often work in hospitals and long-term care facilities, providing more clinical care. The roles overlap in certification requirements and caregiving duties, but their work environments and specific responsibilities differ.

What is it like to work at Avera?

Avera is a faith-based, non-profit health system that prioritizes a culture of compassion, respect, and teamwork, fostering a collaborative environment where employees feel valued and supported.

Avera operates a network of hospitals, clinics, and health services across the Midwest, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care and innovative healthcare solutions. The organization's mission-driven approach emphasizes the importance of community involvement and employee engagement.

Working at Avera may appeal to individuals seeking a career in healthcare where they can make a meaningful difference in their community, with opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and advancement in a supportive and mission-driven organization.
What are the most popular categories at Avera?
Infographic showing various Resident Assistant Cna job openings at Avera in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 27% As Needed, 34% Full Time, 34% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) | Long Term Care

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) | Long Term Care

Avera

Marshall, MN • On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Location:

Avera Morningside Heights Care Center

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$19.75 - $26.00

Position Highlights

  • Position may be eligible for a $500 SIGN-ON BONUS!
  • As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) gain hands-on experience in care working alongside nurses and other professionals who are passionate about creating a positive impact.
  • Advancement: Opportunities are available if you desire career growth in Long Term Care.
  • Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each resident you serve by providing direct care. Click here (http://www.avera.org/cna-certified-nursing-assistant-at-avera/) to see how becoming a CNA can be a rewarding career.
  • Avera requires an active MN CNA or to be enrolled in a MN CNA class that ends within 30 days of applying, to be considered for this position

Work Schedule

  • 8 - 47 hours every 2 weeks.
  • Days, Evenings & "Short" Shift positions available.

You Belong at Avera

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.

A Brief Overview

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. This may include but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety.
  • Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms.
  • Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provide feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns.
  • Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit 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 all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property.
  • Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To 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 sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

  • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

  • High School or GED Equivalent
  • Less than 1 year Related experience or training

Expectations and Standards

  • Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
  • Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
  • Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
  • Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

  • PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
  • Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
  • Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera 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. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org .

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

Additional Notices:

For TTY, dial 711

Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.


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Avera is a fully integrated, partnership-driven development, construction, and investment firm that is dedicated to providing the highest quality real estate assets for our clients and partners through innovation, value creation and integrity. Avera is one of the most active firms in the United States, leading the industry in office and industrial development. We are experts in on-time project delivery, construction and development efficiencies, and budget practices. Utilizing these processes allows us to exceed customer satisfaction and project objectives, while maintaining the highest level of quality in every project.

Industry

Real estate

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

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