Certified Nurse Assistant - Long Term Care

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Location
4300 Bartlett St, Homer, AK, 99603, United States
Base Pay
$25.63 / Hour
Job Category
Patient Care Services, Long Term Care, Resident Care
Employee Type
Active - Full-Time
Description

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 $2k 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 Hospitals 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.

Additional Information
FTE
0.9
Position type
Union
Shift Type
Days
Hours
0600-1830 Friday, Saturday, Sunday
EEO Notice
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any prohibited characteristics.

        

Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer – friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities – hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!

South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey. 

SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.

We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!

Apply today at https://jobs.sphosp.org/jobs. If you have any questions, please call our Human Resources Department at 907-235-0950 or email [email protected].