Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Assisted Living

Senior Lifestyle • York, ME

23h

About The Position

This position is responsible for caring for residents in an assisted living setting under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), LPN/LVN, or Director of Health & Wellness. The role supports residents’ health, daily living needs, dignity, independence, and social and emotional well-being while following supervisors’ instructions and applicable professional standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 1 year of clinical/nursing experience.
• CNA licensure depending on state requirements and regulations.
• Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisors and other employees, and respond to and communicate during emergencies.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Take and record residents’ 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 with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• 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, support informed decisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, and protect their personal belongings.
• Report suspected abuse or neglect.
• Avoid physical restraints in accordance with current professional standards.
• Support residents’ 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