Night Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Advanced Health Care of Coeur d'Alene•Coeur d'Alene, ID

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides direct care and support to residents, assisting with activities of daily living, promoting independence, and supporting residents’ comfort and well-being. The role works under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in a medical setting and contributes to resident care planning, social engagement, and a clean and safe living environment. This is a full-time night position with 12-hour shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The schedule includes weekdays, weekends, rotating weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Current Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of employment.
CPR certification.
Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
Commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care delivered with empathy and compassion.
Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of interventions.
Ability to work in person in a medical setting.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, stretch, and twist.
Stamina to stand and move around the facility for frequent rounds and to respond to emergencies as needed.
Emotional resilience and ability to cope with the physical and emotional demands of caring for residents with complex healthcare needs.
Ability to lift and transfer residents safely, using proper body mechanics and assistance as needed.
Vision sufficient for close, distance, and peripheral viewing, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality according to the schedule designated by the department supervisor or manager.
Ability to accept criticism and handle high-stress situations calmly and effectively.
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.
Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar medical setting is preferred.

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 appropriate lifting and positioning techniques.
Monitor 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 spaces and follow 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 observations accurately and promptly in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
Participate in education and training to maintain CNA verification and develop geriatric-care skills and knowledge.
Help train new CNA team members and familiarize them 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.