Evening Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
About The Position
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will provide direct care and support to residents, assist with activities of daily living, promote independence, and help ensure residents’ comfort and well-being. The role is performed in person in a medical setting and works a full-time weekday evening schedule, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The CNA provides care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, supports residents’ mobility and daily routines, monitors and documents resident information, and contributes to a safe, clean, and supportive living environment. The position also involves supporting social activities, assisting with dining, orienting new residents, helping train new CNA team members, and participating in team meetings and resident care planning.
Requirements
- Current CNA or State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification in the state of employment.
- CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar medical setting.
- Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
- Commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care with empathy and compassion.
- Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
- Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality according to the schedule designated by the department supervisor or manager.
- Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
- Ability to use abdominal and lower-back muscles repeatedly or continuously to support the body without fatiguing.
- Ability to keep the hand and arm steady while moving or holding them in position.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct resident care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
- Assist residents with mobility and transfers using proper lifting and positioning techniques.
- Monitor residents’ vital signs, intake, and output, and report changes or concerns to the nursing team.
- Assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges, including orienting new residents and helping them settle into their rooms.
- Engage residents in meaningful interactions, escort them to group activities, and provide companionship.
- Maintain clean and organized resident living areas, including making beds and tidying rooms, while meeting cleanliness and infection-control standards.
- Assist with dining services, including meal setup, feeding assistance, and recording food and fluid intake as directed.
- Document care and resident observations accurately and promptly in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in educational opportunities and training programs to maintain CNA verification and develop skills and knowledge in geriatric care.
- Assist new CNA team members with training and familiarization with facility policies, procedures, and layout.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to resident care planning and goal setting.
- Promote a positive and supportive work environment through professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.
- Perform other assigned duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
