CNA Full Time 1st Shift (Breton Woods)
Holland Home · Grand Rapids, MI · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Job Summary
Join a community where compassion meets purpose. At Holland Home, we recognize your dedication and are committed to supporting your career through meaningful work, professional growth, and a culture grounded in faith and service.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and hygiene
- Support residents during mealtimes: serve meals and snacks, assist with feeding if needed
- Observe and report changes in physical/mental condition to nursing staff
- Help residents with mobility: transferring, positioning, ambulating, and exercise routines
- Answer call lights and respond promptly to resident needs
- Ensure a safe, clean, and dignified living environment
- Build trusting relationships with residents and families while providing emotional support
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold resident rights
- Participate in team training, meetings, and ongoing education
- Model the Holland Home Code of Conduct and utilize Positive Approach to Care™ principles
Additional Responsibilities
- Support onboarding of new CNAs
- Escort residents to meals, appointments, and activities
- Aid nurses with vital signs, specimen collection, and other tasks as needed
- Follow infection control guidelines and promptly report safety concerns
- Perform after-death care with respect and sensitivity
- Fulfill other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a state-approved nursing aide program
- Current Michigan CNA certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid certification
- Previous experience with elderly residents preferred
Skills & Abilities
- Kindness and resilience when working with residents who are ill, disabled, or emotionally distressed
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective documentation and written communication
- Ability to speak, read, and write English
- Reliable attendance and ability to meet health and physical requirements
- Mental & Physical Demands: Emotional sensitivity when assisting residents and families; Physical strength and stamina to lift, transfer, and support residents throughout the day
Perks & Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement for nursing students
- Free single-coverage health, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Annual pay increases and accrued PTO
- Free parking
- Dental and vision insurance