Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
We’re seeking a caring and dependable Certified Nurse Aide to join our team in a senior assisted living home. In this role, you'll provide hands-on support with daily living activities, offer companionship, and help ensure the safety and comfort of our residents. If you’re passionate about making a difference and creating meaningful connections, we’d love to have you as part of our community.
About the role
- Provide direct physical and emotional care to residents, including personal hygiene, transferring, and lifting
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including mobility and meal support
- Accurately observe, document, and report resident care, conditions, and concerns
- Communicate effectively with staff during shift handoffs
- Follow resident care plans and support a safe, respectful living environment
- Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas
- Greet visitors, answer phone calls, and assist with tours as needed
- Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required
Skills & Abilities
- Compassionate, resident-focused approach to care
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Strong communication and observation skills
- Professionalism, dependability, and attention to detail
Physical Demands
- Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
- Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance
- Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.
Safety Requirements
- Follow proper resident care procedures, including two-person lifts when required
- Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens
- Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
- Participate in company drug testing procedures
Work Environment
- This role is performed in an indoor healthcare environment with appropriate lighting and ventilation
- Duties may occasionally include accompanying residents to supervised outdoor or community activities
Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by providing compassionate, hands-on care to those who depend on us every day. Equal Opportunity Employer Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.