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Experienced Senior Nursing Assistant - Full Time - Day Shift

Location
Hurley, South Dakota
Posted
5 Feb 2026

Careers with Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has dedicated over 100 years to providing housing and services to seniors, with a strong commitment to quality care in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS SD Canistota Ctr

Location: Canistota, SD

Address: 700 Main St, Canistota, SD 57012, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: Full Time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $18.50 - $28.00

Pay Info: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Department Details

Are you a CNA with experience looking to make a meaningful impact? Join our passionate nursing team today!

Not certified? We offer paid CNA training on-site! This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, quickly gain certification, and receive an immediate promotion along with a pay increase!

Additional Incentives:

  • Location premium of $2.50/hr
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus for certified candidates
  • Full-time position with day shift from 6 am to 2:30 pm
  • Every other weekend and holiday required, plus weekend differentials

The Good Samaritan Society - Canistota is a 55-bed facility that offers rehabilitation and senior living services, conveniently located about 30 minutes from Sioux Falls.

Job Summary

The Senior Nursing Assistant (NA) is responsible for delivering high-quality resident-centered care and providing daily living assistance in a long-term care setting. You will:

  • Demonstrate expert-level skills as a certified nursing assistant while supporting other staff.
  • Provide assistance with daily health care needs and activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding.
  • Monitor and record vital signs, assist with mobility, and promote resident engagement.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of resident interactions and communicate concerns effectively to the nursing team.
  • Participate in wellness and recreational programs, encouraging resident involvement.
  • Assist with housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
  • Support the nursing team with restorative programs, documentation, and scheduling as needed.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Minimum age of 16.
  • Two years of clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care is preferred.
  • Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) with the State Board of Nursing required.
  • Completion of yearly competency testing and maintenance of continuing education credits (12 hours annually).
  • May require completion of Restorative Nursing training within 6 months.
  • Valid driver’s license may be necessary based on responsibilities.

Benefits

We offer an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Work/life balance benefits
  • Generous time off package

The Good Samaritan is an equal opportunity employer. If you have a disability and need accommodation for the application process, please reach out.

This position will require a drug screen and background check upon acceptance of the offer.

Req Number: R-0172355

Job Function: Nursing

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Details

  • Job Reference: 2606281971-2
  • Date Posted: 5 February 2026
  • Recruiter: Good Samaritan
  • Location: Hurley, South Dakota
  • Salary: On Application