CNA
Martha Jefferson House•Charlottesville, VA
•$18 - $22•Onsite
About The Position
Martha Jefferson House is seeking an energetic and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their Day Shift team. This role is central to the daily life of the residents, involving assistance with personal care, meals, activities, and daily routines. The CNA will work under the supervision of the Director of Nursing and licensed nursing staff, providing hands-on care while promoting resident dignity, independence, comfort, and safety.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Virginia Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant education/training program.
- High school diploma or intent to obtain a GED within one year of employment.
- Current CPR certification.
- Ability to meet applicable health and employment requirements, including criminal background and reference checks.
- Commitment to maintaining CNA certification and required continuing education.
- A genuine interest in caring for and supporting older adults.
Responsibilities
- Help residents start their day with personal care, dressing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Provide compassionate, hands-on nursing and personal care.
- Assist residents with meals, feeding, and monitoring food and fluid intake.
- Help residents move safely throughout the House and to and from dining and activity areas.
- Assist with transfers, repositioning, and range-of-motion activities according to each resident's care needs.
- Take and record vital signs as directed.
- Get to know your residents and promptly communicate changes in condition to the charge nurse.
- Accurately document care and report refusals or concerns.
- Help maintain a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents.
- Follow infection prevention and safety procedures.
- Work closely with nurses, fellow CNAs, and other departments as part of the MJH team.
- Help make each resident's day a little better.
Benefits
- $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
- 100% Employer-Paid Employee Health & Dental Coverage
- Vision and Life Insurance options
- 20 Days of PTO
- 7 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Free Employee Meal During Your Shift
- Weekend Shift Differential
- Training and opportunities for professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
