Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Advanced Health Care of Coeur d'Alene•Coeur d'Alene, ID

18d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will provide direct care and support to residents, assist with activities of daily living, promote residents’ independence, and help ensure their comfort and well-being. The role is performed in person in a medical setting and involves working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The schedule is full-time and includes weekdays, weekends, night shifts, 12-hour shifts, and rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Current Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state where the employee works.
CPR certification.
Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
Commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care delivered with empathy and compassion.
Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of interventions.
Ability to meet the schedule designated by the department supervisor or manager, including regular attendance and punctuality.
Ability to accept criticism and handle high-stress situations calmly and effectively.
Emotional resilience to cope with the physical and emotional demands of caring for residents with complex healthcare needs.
Physical capability to sit, stand, bend, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, stretch, and twist.
Stamina to stand and move around the facility for frequent rounds and to respond to emergencies as needed.
Capability to lift and transfer residents safely using proper body mechanics and assistance as needed.
Vision sufficient for close, distance, and peripheral tasks, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to repeatedly or continuously use abdominal and lower-back muscles to support the body without fatiguing.
Ability to keep the hand and arm steady while moving or holding them in position.
Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar medical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct resident care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, including help with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
Assist residents with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting and positioning techniques to promote safety and comfort.
Monitor vital signs, intake, and output, and report changes or concerns to the nursing team.
Assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges; orient new residents and help them settle into their rooms.
Support social and recreational activities by engaging residents, escorting them to group activities, and providing companionship.
Maintain clean and organized resident living spaces, including making beds and tidying rooms, while following cleanliness and infection-control standards.
Assist with dining services, including meal setup, feeding assistance, and recording food and fluid intake as directed.
Document care provided and resident observations accurately and promptly in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
Participate in educational opportunities and training to maintain CNA verification and develop geriatric-care skills and knowledge.
Help train new CNA team members and familiarize them with facility policies, procedures, and layout.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to resident care planning and goal setting.
Promote a positive, supportive work environment through professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.
Perform other duties as assigned.