Certified Nursing Assistant
About The Position
Sweetwood of Williamstown is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for its assisted living community in Williamstown, Massachusetts. The CNA provides basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff and supports residents’ age-related care needs. Compensation depends on factors including experience, qualifications, credentials, employment status, scheduled shift, and applicable shift or day differentials. The employer seeks a certified or state-tested nursing assistant who can communicate effectively in English, work collaboratively with a care team, and demonstrate patience, tact, cheerfulness, and enthusiasm when supporting residents, including those who may be difficult to care for. The role also involves sharing information about a resident’s condition with the appropriate people.
Requirements
- Must be a certified or state-tested Nursing Assistant in accordance with the laws of the state.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
- Must be a supportive team member and contribute to teamwork.
- Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm, and willingness to handle difficult residents.
- Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with patients of all ages in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting.
- Dedication to quality care.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff.
- Feed, bathe, dress, and groom patients; move patients; and change linens.
- Provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of residents served.
- Relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
- Contribute to teamwork and serve as a supportive example of the team concept.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including multiple medical plans and pharmacy coverage, Teladoc, multiple dental plans, and a vision plan.
- Health Savings Account, subject to eligibility restrictions.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability plans.
- Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident, and whole life insurance.
- Medicare Employee Assistance.
- Legal plan.
- Commuter benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees.
- Paid time off, including vacation and sick plans in accordance with state laws.
- Opportunities to advance and grow your career.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
