Certified Nurse and Registered Medication Aide (CNA/RMA) - Sign-On Bonus Available

Harbor's Edge Continuing Care Retirement Community•Norfolk, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Harbor’s Edge is a premier 5-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Norfolk, Virginia, featuring 300 Independent Living units, a 33-bed Skilled Nursing unit, a 40-bed Assisted Living unit, and a 34-bed Memory Support unit. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2025 “Best Senior Living Program,” Harbor’s Edge has earned accolades for Independent Living – Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, and Food & Dining, and is celebrated as a top-rated CCRC. We are seeking highly qualified, full- time Certified Nursing and Registered Medication Aides to join our team to deliver excellent care for our residents. The ideal candidates will have senior living experience (e.g., long-term care, assisted living, memory support) with a passion for working with an elderly population. We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, shift differentials, favorable nurse to patient ratios, and a supportive, state of the art work environment. Current shifts available: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Full-Time) 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Full-Time) Sign-on bonus available for eligible candidates.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Registered Medication Aide (RMA) certifications in the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience; long-term care experience preferred.
Current CPR and First Aid certification required.
Knowledge and experience in medical terminology, medical records management, and proper handling of medical supplies and equipment.
Positive, engaging attitude with a genuine commitment to working effectively with elderly and/or disabled individuals.
Ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions in a timely manner.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact tactfully with colleagues, residents, families, visitors, and the public.
Demonstrated passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults within a supportive Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) environment.
Physically able to exert at least 50 pounds of force to assist residents with mobility (e.g., transferring in/out of wheelchairs or beds) and perform activities including sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, maintaining balance, pushing, pulling, and grasping.

Nice To Haves

long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver personalized care and support to residents in accordance with their individual care plans.
Monitor, record, and track vital signs and weights; assist with medications and treatments under the guidance of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Support residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility assistance.
Ensure safe lifting, transferring, and ambulation using proper body mechanics and approved equipment such as gait belts and mechanical lifts.
Maintain a safe, restraint-free environment and implement strategies to prevent falls.
Encourage and assist residents in engaging with social, recreational, and therapeutic activities.
Provide transportation assistance for residents to on-site and off-site appointments and activities.
Assist with resident admissions, discharges, and transitions as needed.
Accurately document daily care and promptly report any changes in residents’ conditions.
Collaborate with and provide support to other Health Services departments as required.