Certified Nursing Assistant

Meridian Senior Living•Smithfield, RI

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides direct care to residents and assists them with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, mobility, and incontinence care. The role also involves maintaining proper care records, reporting changes in residents’ conditions, and interacting effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the general public.

Requirements

Hold an active state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant certification in good standing with the state.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Obtain a Food Handlers Permit if required by state regulations.
Have previous experience working with the elderly.
Have compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
Demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member and independently.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the general public.
Be honest, fair, and dependable, and respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others.
Meet all health requirements and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care to residents and assist with daily activities.
Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, mobility, and incontinence care.
Maintain proper care records.
Report changes in residents’ conditions.
Interact effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the general public.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with multiple plan options.
No-cost telemedicine for employees and family members, with no enrollment required.
Flexible Spending Account.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
Voluntary benefits, including short-term disability, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage.
Pet insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k).
Employee Assistance Program.
Referral bonus.
Employee discounts.