AL Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide

Vetter Senior Living•Kearney, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Brookestone Gardens in Kearney, Nebraska, is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide (CNA/MA) to provide overnight care and support to senior residents. The role helps residents maintain comfort, safety, dignity, and independence while ensuring their overnight needs are met and creating a secure, caring environment. Full-time and part-time overnight schedules are available. The position involves assisting with personal care and daily activities, administering and documenting medications, conducting resident rounds and safety checks, monitoring and reporting changes in condition, responding to resident requests, and supporting a clean and safe environment. The CNA/MA works collaboratively with nursing staff, residents, families, and other team members, follows regulations and facility procedures, and may assist with morning routines and shift transitions. Brookestone Gardens describes its team culture as centered on compassion, integrity, teamwork, and excellence in care, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Requirements

Active Nebraska Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
Active Nebraska Medication Aide certification.
Ability to work overnight shifts.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Dependable attendance and work history.
Ability to work independently while providing exceptional resident care.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in senior living, assisted living, long-term care, rehabilitation, memory care, or another healthcare setting.
Experience administering medications and documenting resident care.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care and assistance to residents during overnight hours.
Administer medications according to physician orders and facility policies.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and personal care.
Complete routine resident rounds and safety checks throughout the night.
Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report concerns.
Accurately document medications administered and care provided.
Respond promptly to resident call lights and requests for assistance.
Promote resident dignity, independence, and quality of life.
Assist with transfers, repositioning, and mobility support.
Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
Work collaboratively with nursing staff, residents, families, and fellow team members.
Follow state regulations, company policies, and infection control procedures.
Support residents with morning routines and shift transitions as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support quality resident care.