Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Weekend Package

Care Initiatives; Cherokee (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Digital wallet

Job summary

Cherokee Specialty Care, part of Care Initiatives, is hiring a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) for a full-time weekend 12-hour day package in Cherokee, IA. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate plus shift differential as you join our compassionate care team across Iowa.

Join Care Initiatives to deliver daily living assistance, engage residents, and support health monitoring while collaborating with families and the healthcare team in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in Iowa or be able to activate certification.
• Strong commitment to resident care, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, eating).
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team.
• Monitor health by performing routine vital checks.
• Encourage resident recreation and therapeutic activities.
• Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

CNA Certification

Resident care

Teamwork

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 Weekend Package - 12 Hr. Days

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 Affialtive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.