Nursing Assistant

Azalea Court Assisted Living • Smyrna, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant provides direct personal care and support to residents in an assisted living community under the direction of licensed staff and community leadership. The role assists with activities of daily living, promotes resident dignity and comfort, and helps maintain a warm, respectful, home-like environment. The Nursing Assistant also serves as a positive ambassador to residents, families, and visitors and works with a team committed to Americare’s culture of recognition and Hometown Hospitality™. No certification or prior healthcare experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. This role may also be known as Caregiver, Resident Care Assistant, or Personal Care Assistant.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Willingness to complete training and learn new skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and assist with resident transfers as needed.
• Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 pounds, including resident mobility assistance.
• Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in future certification or career growth in senior care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, meals, and mobility.
• Support residents’ emotional well-being through compassionate interaction and companionship.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to care team members.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and home-like living environment.
• Provide courteous support to residents, families, and visitors.
• Work collaboratively with caregivers, nurses, and community leadership.
• Maintain professional behavior and represent the community positively.
• Follow resident care plans and comply with state and federal guidelines.
• Follow proper resident care procedures, including two-person lifts when required.
• Use required PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation.
• Participate in company drug testing procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off plan.
• Daily access to wages.
• Complimentary meals while working.
• Tuition assistance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Recognition and appreciation programs.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed