Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Skilled Nursing

Senior Lifestyle • Gorham, ME

2d

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for caring for residents under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), LPN/LVN, or Director of Nursing. The role supports residents’ daily living needs, nursing rehabilitation, assessment and care planning, and emotional and social well-being while respecting their rights, dignity, independence, and confidentiality. Full-time evening shifts are listed as 2:30 PM–11:00 PM; shifts every other weekend are preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree; alternatively, one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one year of clinical/nursing experience.
• CNA licensure, depending on state requirements and regulations.
• Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with the supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate during emergency situations.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Dedicated, compassionate, and energetic personal attributes.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs.
• Measure and record residents’ height, weight, and fluid intake and output.
• Recognize abnormal changes in residents’ body functioning and report them to a supervisor.
• Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
• Transfer, position, and turn residents.
• Provide skin care to residents.
• Contribute to residents’ assessments and plans of care.
• Provide nursing rehabilitation and restorative nursing services.
• Follow the schedule of residents’ needs set out by the supervisor.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Promote and protect resident rights, help residents make informed decisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, and protect their personal belongings.
• Report suspected abuse or neglect.
• Avoid the need for physical restraints in accordance with current professional standards.
• Support independent expression, choice, and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation.
• Inform the supervisor of resident issues or concerns.
• Respect and encourage residents’ independence and dignity.
• Respect residents’ confidentiality.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid time off
• DailyPay access to earned but unpaid wages before the next payday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED