CNA Certified Nurses Aide

About Us

As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents in daily bathing, grooming, dental care, bowel and bladder functions, dressing, walking and wheelchair use, positioning in and out of bed.
• Documents personal care given according to facility policies.
• Provides nursing functions as directed including perineal care, making beds, turning residents, measures and records temperature, weight, pulse and respiration.
• Observes and reports to supervisor changes in residents' condition, including any skin breakdowns.
• Reports immediately all accidents or injuries.
• Records all necessary charting entries.
• Answers all call lights regardless of assignment.
• Responds to emergency situations calmly and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing.
• No history of patient/resident abuse as per State Registry.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and following oral and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent follow-through, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Team player with good cooperation and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude towards residents and their support networks.

Additional Expectations

• Per diem staff are expected to fulfill (2) weekend shifts monthly to meet requirements.

Pay

• Starting Pay: Competitive rates up to $21 per hour, depending on shift
• Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts and weekends
• Additional $5.00/hour for any shifts worked outside scheduled hours

Schedule

• Open Positions: 3-11; 32 7-3; 8 EOW

Benefits

• Scholarships and career development opportunities
• Generous 4 weeks of paid time off
• 7 paid holidays
• Health insurance benefits
• Short & long-term disability coverage
• Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance coverage
• 401K retirement program
• Longevity credit for dedicated service