Client Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Summary:

The CNA Staff is responsible for implementing treatment protocols and primary care for Sacred Heart Center clients. The position also provides and initiates preventive health services including scheduling immunizations, and health screening measures including vision, auditory dental, and physical assessment. The position will implement the wellness/education programs established by the Nurse Supervisor or other Medical Professionals for Sacred Heart Center staff. The CNA is responsible for general assistance in the operations of client health and wellness, including setting and transporting clients to appointments and providing client support under the direction of the Department Director.

To be successful as the Client Nursing Assistant, the incumbent will demonstrate excellent medical (equivalent to their licensure) and organizational skills, and be able to make proper decisions and use judgment to complete the responsibilities of the position. The CNA will meet regularly with the Supervising Nurse and Department Directors to provide updates on client-related health issues. The CNA will work with administration and department directors to coordinate and deliver health services to clients. In addition, will coordinate activities to promote wellness amongst SHC staff. 

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Provides general healthcare and preventive health services to all Sacred Heart Center clients including guidance in nutrition, common illnesses, growth and development, infectious diseases, and hygiene as established by the Supervising Nurse and other Medical Professionals.
2. Organizes and maintains medical records for all clients and updates medical records as needed or assigned.
3. Provides training and education to SHC staff on client health-related issues within the scope of their licensure.
4. Provide or assist with CPR/First Aid training to all SHC staff as assigned.
5. Coordinates care for all clients including scheduling appointments and transporting clients to medical-related appointments.
6. Assists direct care staff regarding the health care needs of clients including dispensing prescription and non-prescription medication in compliance with Standing Orders and other directions by medical professionals.
7. Provides treatment instructions to staff for clients as defined by the supervising nurse or other Medical Professionals.
8. Provides health counseling and education to clients on a one-to-one basis or in a group setting when appropriate or assigned.
9. Maintains complete and accurate client medical records.
10. Attends all staff meetings and mandatory trainings.
11. Maintain courteous and professional relationships with clients and other outside agencies.
12. Regularly works 40 hours per week, but may work overtime as required, to meet the needs of SHC and its mission.
13. Provides other services and work duties as needed to meet the needs of the Sacred Heart Center and its ability to carry out its mission.

Supervision:

1. Supervision Received:

This position is directly supervised by the Supervising Nurse in all clinical/medical matters and by the Child Service Director in all other matters. This position will receive indirect oversight from other Program Directors, as necessary, to meet requirements for grants and/or Administrative Rules. 

2. Supervision Provided:

This position is non-supervisory but may provide direction and guidance relating to the health care needs of clients if appropriate for their licensure. This position will be responsible for executing the final say regarding all medical decisions and concerns related to clients and staff as established by the Supervising Nurse and other Medical Professionals.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Education and Experience:

• HS diploma or GED is required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant License with the state of SD preferred.
• Med-Tech Certification is strongly preferred.
• A Licensed Practicing Nurse certification/license is strongly preferred.
• A Certificate or Associate Degree in Nursing is required depending on licensure requirements.
• Experience with working with both at-risk youth and adults is preferred.
• Comprehensive professional knowledge of medical assistant, nursing assistant, practices, and processes equivalent to licensure, including physical and emotional assessments.

2. Skills & Abilities:

• Maintain confidentiality in all departments
• Computer skills - must possess intermediate computer skills including the use of Microsoft Word and Outlook with the ability to learn job-specific programs and software
• Interpersonal skills - must be able to communicate effectively with medical professionals, administrative staff, departmental staff, and clients
• Job Knowledge - possess necessary skills to complete necessary tasks and duties for the position. 
• Background in working with at-risk youth and DV and SA victims is preferred.
• Hold or obtain CPR/First Aid trainer certification within 6 months of employment.

3. Additional Requirements:

• Possess a valid South Dakota Driver’s License
• Must hold and maintain an appropriate valid license, if required, with the State of SD throughout employment
• Must report any change in license status to the Administration immediately
• Be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Successfully pass pre-employment Drug Screen
• Successfully pass Criminal Background Check. The following may disqualify any applicant from consideration:
  • Any felony conviction
  • Any domestic violence violations, convictions, or restraints.
  • Any violations, convictions, or restraints for actions made against children or vulnerable adults.
  • Any false, untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process.

Physical Conditions:

1. Work Environment:

• Regularly working indoors in controlled temperatures and noise levels.
• Routinely work with medical equipment including sharps, chemicals, etc.
• Routinely work with clients with varying medical and health conditions with exposure to illnesses, body-borne pathogens such as blood-borne, etc.
• The employee will routinely operate typical business office equipment.
• Directly working with the clients while speaking and engaging verbally as required.
• Operating a company vehicle daily as necessary to complete duties.

2. Physical Requirements:

• Use both hands and wrists repetitively for prolonged periods.
• The ability to physically restrain clients using provided training and techniques.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
• Use of hands and wrists repetitively for extended periods of time.
• Physical dexterity and endurance to safety conduct the duties of this job to include the use of fingers, hands, arms, legs, and body regularly throughout the workday.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods up to or exceeding 8 hours per day.
• The ability to remain alert to the surroundings and soundly make quick decisions to maintain the safety of persons both staff and clients

EEO Statement:

“The Sacred Heart Center, Inc. of South Dakota, while holding to our Catholic roots and beliefs, believes that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities and shall provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or any other nonperformance factors. It is the position of Sacred Heart Center that all employment decisions be based on qualifications for the job and the ability to satisfy requirements established for each position that are reasonable and necessary.”

Native American/Alaskan Native Preference:

“The Sacred Heart Center, Inc. of South Dakota, located on the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Reservation and primarily providing services to Native and Indigenous peoples and communities within the boundaries of the Reservation, strives to provide Native American hiring preference whenever possible. In compliance with federal law and to best serve our clients, Sacred Heart Center will provide a hiring preference, whenever reasonably appropriate, to Native American/Alaskan Native applicants who meet the minimum qualification of the job, the best interest of our clients, and company mission."

Request for Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants have the right under the Americans with Disabilities Act to request reasonable accommodations during the application process to ensure equal access to available positions. To request reasonable accommodations, please contact Sacred Heart Center for referral to Human Resources: apply@shconline.org or 605-964-6062.

At-Will Statement

This application is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment. If hired, employment is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party per South Dakota Codified Law 60-4-4.

Information Release and Attestations

By completing this application for employment, I attest that the facts set forth in my application for employment are true and complete. I further certify that I, the undersigned applicant, have personally completed this application, or have used necessary assistance and I affirm that the information was entered as I have requested. I understand that if employed, false statements or omissions on this application shall be considered sufficient cause for dismissal. Upon any offer of employment, I hereby authorize Sacred Heart Center (SHC) to make any investigation of my personal history and financial and credit record through any investigative or credit agencies of their choice. In completing this application for employment, I authorize SHC to make an investigative consumer report whereby information is obtained through personal interviews with my neighbors, friends, or others with whom I am acquainted. I understand that any inquiries made may include information as to my character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. I understand that I have the right to make a written request within a reasonable period of time to receive additional, detailed information about the nature and scope of any such investigative report.