CNA | Full Time

301 Clearfield Avenue, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

About the role

The CNA/Direct Care Giver provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community. The CNA encourages residents to function at their highest level of independence and to participate in community activities. Conducts activities and provides for a meaningful experience for all residents. Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Report incidents involving residents, including care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (e.g., HCC, RN/LPN, or ED) and complete appropriate documentation.
• Perform housekeeping duties such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc., as directed by supervisor.
• Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts; remain calm and competent during emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
• Assist residents to and from the dining room and activities.
• Check on residents, ensure attendance at meals and activities, and monitor ill residents, reporting status or concerns to appropriate individuals and documenting as necessary.
• Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers.
• Assist new residents with move‑in transition, providing emotional support.
• Report all resident changes and interventions in the Daily Log and clinical record; notify family as directed.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current CNA license from the state in which the community is located, in good standing with the Board of Nursing.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
• Contributing member of the nursing team; follow supervisor instructions.
• Polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co‑workers at all times.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 50 lb and push or carry 25 lb.
• Ability to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
• Wear designated uniform during working hours, including name badge and a smile.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire.
• Represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
• Attend and complete all required in‑services and staff meetings.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Pay

Pay ranges: $20/hr – $20.60/hr

Benefits

• 401(k) plan.
• Full‑time and part‑time benefits packages.
• Training, development, and career laddering opportunities.
• Great work‑life balance.
• Flexible scheduling.

Schedule

Flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.