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Certified Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care (LTC) - Local Traveler

On-siteFull-time

About the role

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Nursing Assistant (NA) in a long-term care setting, providing compassionate, resident-centered care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting residents with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting
  • Monitoring and recording vital signs and collecting non-invasive specimens
  • Supporting mobility through transfers, repositioning, and exercises
  • Preparing and assisting with meals and snacks, ensuring a positive dining experience
  • Maintaining infection control policies, using PPE appropriately
  • Providing psychosocial support and encouraging participation in recreational activities
  • Completing documentation and communicating resident status to nursing staff
  • Assisting with housekeeping and laundry to maintain a clean environment

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum age of 18
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or enrollment in a training program to obtain certification
  • Experience in long-term care preferred
  • Ability to perform basic health assessments and documentation
  • Competency in infection prevention and control policies
  • For applicable states, valid driver’s license and medical clearance for driving responsibilities
  • Continuing education and certifications must be maintained annually

Skills and attributes

  • Compassion
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability

Schedule

The role requires flexibility to support various locations within a 75‑mile radius and to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.

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