About this position
NEW HIGHER STARTING WAGE • $19+/hour Based on Experience
Join a Team That Has Been Caring for Seniors with Heart Since 1962
Are you a compassionate CNA who loves making a real difference in the lives of seniors? If you’re a morning person that enjoys making a difference, this role is for you. From morning routines to daily connections, our day shift CNAs are the heart of our community, bringing energy, kindness, and hands-on care to residents throughout their day.
Here’s what you’ll do:
· Support overall resident well-being and safety
· Assist residents with morning care routines, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, and toileting
· Assist with mobility exercises as instructed by the care plan
· Serve and assist with breakfast and lunch, ensuring proper diet, hydration, and monitoring intake
· Take and record vital signs, weights, fluid intake, and output accurately
· Prepare residents for and assist with therapy sessions, appointments, and activities
· Provide reassurance, companionship, and emotional support to residents and families
· Document residents’ behaviors, mood changes, and any significant observations
· Monitor residents for safety, comfort, and medical needs (if applicable)
· Ensure call lights are answered promptly
· Report any changes in residents’ conditions promptly to the Charge Nurse
· Follow infection control procedures, including proper use of PPE
· Observe and report safety hazards in the resident care areas
· Assist in emergency situations as directed by the charge nurse
· Ensure residents’ rooms and personal spaces are clean, safe, and comfortable
· Support licensed nurses (RNs/LPNs) in carrying out care procedures
· Assist with documentation and handoff reports to evening shift staff
· Help train or mentor new CNAs or nursing assistants (if experienced)
· Additional job duties as required
Physical Requirements:
o Ability to lift/push/pull up to 25–50 lbs
o Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods
o Ability to assist with resident transfers safely (including use of mechanical lifts)
Work Requirements:
o Must pass a criminal background check
o Must have a negative TB test or be willing to complete one
o Must meet facility immunization requirements (e.g., flu shot, COVID-19 if applicable)
o Must follow infection prevention and safety protocols
o Ability to work the day shift
o Willingness to take part in scheduled weekend/holiday rotations
Here’s what you’ll need:
· High school diploma or GED
· Active CNA certification in the state of South Dakota (preferred, but not required)
· Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing (preferred, but not required)
Here’s what you’ll need to be successful:
· Ability to successfully pass CNA certification training, if applicable
· Comfortable working with the geriatric population
· Patient and attentive to residents’ needs
· Ability to follow care plans and instructions
· Dependable with strong attention to detail
· Strong communication skills with residents, families, and nursing staff
· Positive attitude and willingness to learn
· Reliable, punctual, and flexible
· Ability to work well independently and as part of a care team
· Eager to grow professionally while contributing to a mission that truly matters
Here’s what we offer:
· Starting wage at $19/hour (higher based on experience)
· Paid CNA training
· Health, Dental, and Vision insurance at affordable rates
· Holiday Pay
· Paid Time Off (PTO)
· Employee Meals
· 401(k) retirement plan
For more than 60 years, Bethel Lutheran Home has been a trusted provider of exceptional care to our community’s older adults. If you thrive in a supportive environment where your work is valued and your growth is encouraged, we’d love to meet you!
Apply today and become part of a community with a legacy of exceptional care!