Certified Nursing Assistant

Simpson • Philadelphia, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Simpson is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct care to patients in its long-term care skilled nursing or rehabilitation facility. The role focuses on delivering compassionate, high-quality care while supporting residents’ physical, emotional, and daily living needs. CNAs work collaboratively with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers and follow facility policies and procedures to provide consistent care.

The position requires professionalism, effective communication, compassion, teamwork, sound time management, accurate documentation, and knowledge of safety and infection-control practices. CNAs are expected to pursue ongoing training and professional development, including annual continuing education in accordance with state regulations. The job description notes that its duties and qualifications are not exhaustive.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED.
• Successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
• Nursing Assistant Certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
• At least one year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Ability to provide direct patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living, vital-sign monitoring, and mobility support.
• Effective, clear, and professional communication with patients, families, and healthcare providers, with ability to document care accurately.
• Compassion and empathy when supporting patients and addressing their concerns and fears.
• Ability to collaborate with other healthcare providers.
• Knowledge of safety and infection-control practices, including hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and medical-waste disposal.
• Accurate and timely record-keeping.
• Professional conduct, including following facility policies, respecting patient privacy, and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Effective time management, task prioritization, and workload organization.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification.
• First Aid certification.
• AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Follow sanitary practices and universal precautions, including frequent handwashing and appropriate glove use.
• Maintain a clean uniform in accordance with Simpson’s dress code policy.
• Respect and follow residents’ rights.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to resident call bells.
• Keep residents’ rooms clean and orderly, and help maintain a safe environment free of hazards.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding as needed.
• Check and record residents’ vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate.
• Assist residents with mobility using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids as needed.
• Support physical or occupational therapy and rehabilitation activities as appropriate.
• Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner, including vital signs, daily care, and changes in condition.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families, listen to concerns, and offer reassurance.
• Follow facility policies and procedures to support consistent, high-quality patient care.
• Communicate and collaborate with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers.
• Provide appropriate post-mortem care.
• Follow proper safety precautions when providing oxygen therapy.
• Complete Relias online training and pursue continuing education to update skills in accordance with state regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Compensation based on experience, with shift differential.
• Health plan (BCBS), including access to Teladoc Health virtual care.
• Dental plans.
• Vision plans.
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan.
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Company-paid long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Short-term disability.
• Pet insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Hospital indemnity coverage.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED