Memory Care Certified Nursing Assistant

WSLM Recruiting • Taylorsville, UT

1d • $15 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Legacy Village of Taylorsville is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide resident-centered care and serve as a leader and role model in its senior living community. The CNA will support residents’ dignity, independence, and quality of life while mentoring other CNAs, contributing to care planning, and advocating for residents and families.

The primary shift is 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, with weekend availability needed. Weekend work includes a $1-per-hour differential, and a NOC shift differential is available. Compensation is $15–$18 per hour, with the starting rate based on experience and qualifications and opportunities for future pay growth based on performance and career development.

The employer describes its mission as “Serving You Like Family” and emphasizes meaningful work, professional development, career growth, teamwork, and supporting associates’ potential.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CNA certification and completion of a state-approved CNA training program.
• At least 3 years of CNA or related caregiving experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in nursing assistance and resident care.
• Advanced understanding of nursing procedures, protocols, and safety practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to delegate tasks and manage priorities effectively.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and support less-experienced team members.
• Compassionate, patient, resident-focused approach to care.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements, including frequent walking and standing; regular bending, stooping, sitting, reaching, and other movement; frequently lifting up to 50 pounds; occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds; and pushing or pulling residents or equipment weighing over 100 pounds for short durations, with assistance when appropriate.
• Weekend availability.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced training or certification in specialized areas of nursing assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, resident-centered care that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and toileting.
• Assist with ambulation, mobility, transfers, and positioning using proper safety and lifting techniques.
• Take and report vital signs and communicate changes in residents’ conditions to licensed nursing staff.
• Assist with medications and basic medical treatments and procedures as permitted by training, certification, and applicable regulations.
• Assist with the development and implementation of individualized resident care plans.
• Provide observations and recommendations regarding residents’ needs, preferences, behaviors, and overall well-being.
• Guide, mentor, coach, and support junior or less-experienced CNAs.
• Provide companionship, socialization, and emotional support to residents.
• Accurately document care provided and resident observations.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment.
• Advocate for residents and families and contribute to organized, resident-focused care.

Benefits

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%.
• Hotel discounts at select Western States Lodging & Management properties.
• Eligible full-time associates may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, plus Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Optional supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and other coverage options.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) and vacation benefits.
• $1-per-hour weekend differential.
• NOC shift differential available.
• Compensation program with opportunities for future pay growth based on performance and career development.
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities for long-term career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED