Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and patient-centered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our nursing team. Reporting directly to the RN/LPN Team Leader, you will assist with implementing comprehensive resident care plans. This role focuses on supporting activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, and fostering a dignified, comfortable, and supportive environment for long-term care residents and skilled rehabilitation patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Assist residents with routine daily activities including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, feeding, skin care, and ambulation.
- Vital Signs & Monitoring: Accurately measure and promptly report vital signs, weights, and daily fluid intake and output (I&O) to the supervising RN/LPN.
- Clinical Collaboration: Work closely with the nursing team to execute individual plans of care, promptly reporting any changes in resident condition or behavior.
- Infection Control & Safety: Adhere strictly to Universal Precautions, safety protocols, and facility procedures to ensure a clean and secure environment.
- Resident & Family Support: Maintain resident privacy and confidentiality (HIPAA), support resident rights, and assist with orienting residents and their families to the facility.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Credentials:
- Active State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License in good standing [Required].
Clinical Experience:
- Minimum 3+ years of clinical CNA experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) [Required].
Core Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal, active listening, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated empathy, emotional objectivity, and flexibility in fast-paced care environments.
- Genuine passion for providing high-quality care to geriatric and rehabilitation populations.
Shift & Schedule Details
- Shift: Evening Shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM; 5x8s / 40 hours per week).
- Schedule: Includes holiday coverage as scheduled.