CNA/LST Unit Captain

NeuLife•Mt Dora, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NeuLife Rehabilitation is seeking a CNA/LST Unit Captain to provide leadership, mentorship, and support to our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/LST) team. The CNA/LST Unit Captain helps oversee day-to-day team operations, supports staff development, promotes high standards of patient care and safety, and serves as a positive role model for direct-care staff. This position works closely with the CNA/LST Manager and nursing leadership to ensure consistent, patient-centered care. The ideal candidate is an experienced CNA who demonstrates strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills and is passionate about helping individuals achieve meaningful rehabilitation outcomes.

Requirements

Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required in the State of Florida.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to effectively mentor, coach, and support direct-care staff.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
Commitment to patient dignity, safety, independence, and quality of life.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership, charge, lead, or supervisory experience in healthcare, rehabilitation, long-term care, or a related setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the CNA/LST team, including staffing, scheduling, attendance, performance, and accountability.
Serve as a resource and role model for CNAs and LSTs on the floor.
Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment.
Assist with addressing staffing challenges and operational concerns.
Provide floor orientation and training for new CNA/LST team members.
Coach and mentor staff to promote professional growth and quality care.
Reinforce organizational policies, procedures, and standards of care.
Identify training needs and communicate opportunities for improvement to leadership.
Monitor the delivery of patient care to ensure established standards are followed.
Validate appropriate documentation and reporting.
Promote compliance with clinical, safety, infection-control, and facility protocols.
Identify and promptly communicate concerns regarding patient safety or quality of care.
Provide hands-on support with patient care as needed.
Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), personal care, mobility, and other patient support needs.
Observe patients for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report concerns to the appropriate nursing staff.
Help ensure patients receive respectful, compassionate, individualized care.
Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated patient care.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and staff.
Help resolve workplace and patient-care concerns in a professional and proactive manner.
Promote a culture of respect, accountability, and collaboration.