Certified Nursing Assistants

RSL Employees•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

The Ridge Foothill is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) / Caregivers to support residents’ personal hygiene and daily living needs. Front-line caregivers work with residents and their families to help meet residents’ physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs. The role offers opportunities to advance through a career ladder, with a wage increase for each promotion. Educational assistance programs are available. Both full-time and part-time positions are described, with openings for all shifts.

Requirements

Current and active Utah CNA certification.
Dedication to serving seniors and excellent customer service skills.
Positive attitude, flexibility to perform various duties in service to residents, and ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to make choices and decisions and act in the resident’s best interest.
Written and verbal communication skills and an appropriate level of understanding.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Minimum age of 16.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with seniors.
Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care.
High school diploma or GED (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

Provide resident-centered personal care, including bathroom assistance, washing, dressing and undressing, obtaining vital signs, and social support.
Assist residents with transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct transfer techniques and equipment.
Support a positive dining experience and assist residents with meals, snacks, and supplements.
Document resident care and behavior.