Certified Nurse Assistant - Long Term Care

Join our compassionate LTC team as a Certified Nurse Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents by providing personalized care that promotes dignity, comfort, and independence. You will work in a supportive environment where your skills help residents maintain and regain their optimal health while upholding our core values of compassion, respect, and responsibility.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.
• Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2,000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including personal care, exercises, and meals under RN/LPN supervision.
• Support residents’ physical and emotional well-being while promoting their independence.
• Document care provided accurately using computer systems.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to meet resident care needs and ensure safety.
• Participate in facility-wide care efforts, including possible assistance in other nursing departments.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification from the State of Alaska, with ongoing CEUs as required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Completion of CNA orientation and ongoing CEU requirements for certification maintenance.
• Strong communication skills, including speaking, listening, and basic writing, with the ability to document care electronically.
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care reflecting LTC core values.
• Physical requirement: Ability to walk, stand for long periods, lift heavy loads safely, and perform repetitive physical tasks.

ENVIRONMENT:

South Peninsula Hospital’s LTC Facility combines a 22-bed critical access hospital and a 28-bed skilled nursing facility in a close-knit community setting. The role involves moderate physical demands, including walking, standing, and safe resident handling with available mechanical lifts.
Nurses and aides may be exposed to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, needle stick injuries, and muscle strains. Safety protocols and teamwork help maintain a secure work environment.