Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)
About The Position
Interim HealthCare is seeking experienced and compassionate Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs) who are passionate about providing exceptional care to older adults with memory loss and cognitive impairment. If you thrive on building meaningful connections, supporting independence, and bringing comfort to patients and their families, we'd love to meet you. As a valued member of our care team, you will provide compassionate, person-centered care to individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. You will assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility. Use patience, empathy, and effective communication techniques to reduce anxiety and support positive behaviors. Recognize changes in physical, emotional, and cognitive condition and communicate observations promptly to the nursing team. Assist with safe transfers, ambulation, positioning, and fall prevention. Support meaningful engagement and encourage independence whenever possible. Build trusting relationships with patients and provide reassurance during moments of confusion or distress. Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. Follow individualized care plans while preserving each patient's dignity, preferences, and quality of life. Adhere to infection control, safety, and confidentiality standards.
Requirements
- Current New Hampshire Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) certification
Nice To Haves
- Experience caring for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia
- Memory care, long-term care, home care, hospice, or assisted living experience
- Knowledge of person-centered dementia care practices and de-escalation techniques
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused approach
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
- Reliable transportation and scheduling flexibility
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, person-centered care to individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility
- Use patience, empathy, and effective communication techniques to reduce anxiety and support positive behaviors
- Recognize changes in physical, emotional, and cognitive condition and communicate observations promptly to the nursing team
- Assist with safe transfers, ambulation, positioning, and fall prevention
- Support meaningful engagement and encourage independence whenever possible
- Build trusting relationships with patients and provide reassurance during moments of confusion or distress
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment
- Follow individualized care plans while preserving each patient's dignity, preferences, and quality of life
- Adhere to infection control, safety, and confidentiality standards
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Weekly pay
- Flexible scheduling that fits your life
- Ongoing dementia care education and professional development
- Opportunities for career growth
- Supportive leadership that values your expertise
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- Meaningful work where you can truly make a difference every day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
