Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Care Initiatives; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Shift differential

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus program

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Ridgewood Specialty Care in Ottumwa, IA is hiring a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) for a PRN role. Join Care Initiatives to support residents with daily living activities, provide companionship, monitor health, and collaborate with the care team in a 60-bed skilled nursing community.

Qualifications include an active Iowa CNA certification or ability to activate. We offer competitive hourly pay plus shift differential, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, a referral bonus program, and

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nurse Aide certification in Iowa or ability to activate certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
• Deliver emotional support and provide companionship while fostering a positive environment.
• Interact and communicate with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
• Provide health monitoring including routine vital checks.
• Encourage resident recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance daily routines.
• Adhere to infection control protocols to ensure a clean, safe environment.

Skills

CNA certification Iowa

Job description

Ridgewood Specialty Care, 1977 Albia Road, Ottumwa, Iowa, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Ridgewood Specialty Care , a 60-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Ottumwa, IA, is now hiring!

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Schedule/Shifts Available: PRN

Competitive Hourly Rate + Shift Differential

Make a Difference Every Day - Join Care Initiatives as a Certified Nurse Aide!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa.If you're a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
• Deliver emotional support and provide companionship while fostering a positive and engaging environment.
• Interact and communicate with residents, families, as well as the healthcare team.
• Provide health monitoring including conducting routine vital checks.
• Encourage and facilitate resident recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance health and daily routines.
• Adhere to infection control protocolsto ensure a clean and safe environment for safety.

Qualifications:

• Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in the state of Iowa, or the ability to activate certification.
• Strong commitment to resident care, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn-no more waiting for payday!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

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Ridgewood Specialty Care, 1977 Albia Road, Ottumwa, Iowa, United States of America