Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Springfield Heights Assisted Living•Southside, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide high-quality, resident-centered care in a safe, home-like assisted living and memory care environment. The CNA provides direct physical and emotional care in accordance with individualized care plans, state regulations, and Americare standards, and is an important member of the interdisciplinary care team. The role supports residents’ comfort, dignity, safety, and well-being.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
Compassionate, resident-focused approach to care.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Strong communication and observation skills.
Dependability, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and assist with resident transfers as needed.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 pounds, including resident mobility assistance.
Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 pounds.

Responsibilities

Provide residents with direct physical and emotional care, including personal hygiene, transferring, and lifting.
Assist residents with activities of daily living and meal support.
Observe, document, and report resident care, conditions, and concerns accurately.
Communicate effectively during shift handoffs with incoming and outgoing staff.
Follow resident care plans and maintain a safe, respectful living environment.
Clean resident rooms and common areas.
Greet visitors, answer phone calls, and assist with tours as needed.
Maintain resident confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.
Follow resident-care safety procedures, including using two-person lifts when required.
Use required personal protective equipment to help prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation.
Participate in company drug-testing procedures.