Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)- Mobile & Flexible (Chariton)

Care Initiatives • Chariton, IA

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About The Position

AffiniCare, Care Initiatives’ internal staffing agency, is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to work across multiple Care Initiatives skilled nursing communities within a region. This mobile and flexible role offers customizable scheduling, allowing CNAs to select preferred hours and facilities while helping cover open shifts. Employees must meet a minimum requirement of 16 hours per month and live within a reasonable driving distance of Care Initiatives communities.

CNAs provide compassionate support to residents in a variety of care settings. They assist with daily living, offer companionship and emotional support, monitor residents’ health, encourage recreational and therapeutic activities, communicate with residents, families, and healthcare team members, and follow infection-control protocols.

AffiniCare offers competitive wages and eligible employees may choose to participate in a 403(b) retirement savings plan, Doctors on Demand, an employee assistance program (EAP), and other benefits. The posting also mentions access to earned pay through a digital wallet. Care Initiatives is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and to maintaining inclusive, equitable, and welcoming working and learning environments. It is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
• At least six months of verifiable experience working as a CNA.
• Ability to travel between multiple Care Initiatives communities within the region.
• Must live within a reasonable driving distance of Care Initiatives communities.
• Minimum availability requirement of 16 hours per month.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
• Provide emotional support and companionship while fostering a positive and engaging environment.
• Communicate with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
• Monitor residents’ health, including conducting routine vital checks.
• Encourage and facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities that enhance residents’ health and daily routines.
• Follow infection-control protocols to help maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Travel between multiple Care Initiatives communities within the assigned region to assist with open shifts.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Eligible employees may choose to participate in a 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Doctors on Demand.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Digital wallet access to earned pay before the regular paycheck.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed