Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Evenings

Care Initiatives; Cherokee (IA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

403(b) retirement savings plan

PTO

Job summary

Cherokee Specialty Care in Cherokee, IA is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) for Full-Time and Part-Time Evening shifts. Join a compassionate care team across a 62-bed skilled nursing community and provide resident-centered care with a focus on safety and dignity.

Responsibilities include daily living assistance, health monitoring, and encouraging activities. Iowa CNA certification or activation is required, with a supportive work environment and shift differential.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification in Iowa or ability to activate certification.
• Strong commitment to resident care, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, eating).
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Interact with residents, families, and healthcare team.
• Conduct routine vital checks and health monitoring.
• Encourage recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Resident communication

Education

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification

Job description

Cherokee Specialty Care, a 62-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Cherokee, IA, is now hiring!

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Schedule/Shifts Available:

Full-Time & Part-Time Evenings

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 protocols to 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.

Care Initiatives is an Aff

Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.