Certified Nurse Assistant (Dayshift Long-Term Care)

wchs-wy; Newcastle (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Sign-On bonuses

Job summary

Weston County Health Services in Newcastle, WY is seeking a Full-Time Long-Term Care Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for dayshift. You will deliver hands-on care to residents, respond to call lights, assist with ADLs, and monitor vital signs while coordinating with nursing staff to ensure safety and comfort.

The role offers competitive pay starting at $18.00/hour with experience-based adjustments, plus sign-on and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Exceptional knowledge of medical terminology and processes.
• Has and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to take after-hours calls, work nights, weekends, pick up shifts, and flexibility in scheduling, due to patient care needs.
• Willing to cross-train and support staffing needs across departments, including picking up shifts in acute care

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to patient call lights and assess needs to determine appropriate support or escalation.
• Provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including mobility, personal hygiene, and comfort care.
• Turn, reposition, and assist bedridden patients per care plans and safety guidelines.
• Support nutritional needs by following dietary restrictions, food allergies, and resident preferences.
• Gather and communicate relevant information regarding patient condition, treatment plans, and recommended activities.
• Measure, monitor, and accurately record food and fluid intake.
• Obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respirations, as directed.
• Observe patients for changes in condition or signs requiring medical attention and report findings to nursing staff.
• Communicate patients concerns, complaints, or symptoms clearly and promptly to nurses.
• Greet and assist patients, families, and visitors professionally, providing directions and support as needed.
• Introduce yourself to patients, families, and visitors to promote comfort and trust
• Identify and report safety hazards to ensure a safe care environment.
• Replenish supplies and maintain organized patient care areas.
• Adhere to all infection control practices, including proper hand hygiene, standard precautions, and isolation protocols

Skills

Medical terminology

BLS certification

Communication skills

Scheduling flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Full Time Technical Newcastle, WY, US

22 days ago Requisition ID: 1060

Make a meaningful contribution everyday as a Full-Time Long-Term Care CNA (Dayshift)!

Bring compassion to where it matters most. As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Long-Term Care, you’ll provide essential, hands-on care that supports our residents’ comfort, dignity, and quality of life every day. If you take pride in building meaningful connections, delivering dependable care, and being part of a team that truly values patients and one another, this is a role where your work makes a lasting difference. Willingness to cross-train and support our Acute Care team is highly valued, as we work together to provide exceptional care across our organization.

At Weston County Health Services, we recognize the critical role our bedside caregivers play every day and we’re investing in you

If you’re looking for a place where your work is valued and rewarded, we’d love to meet you.

Compensation : starting at $18.00/hour depending on experience

Currently offering:

• Referral Bonuses for helping us grow our team
• Sign-On Bonuses for new hires

For the CNA role, you have the opportunity to earn a sign-on bonus of $1,500, with a 50% payment at hire and the remainder at 6 months.

Refer someone and receive $1,500for a CNA, $2,000for a LPN, and $3,000for an RN, with 50% payment at hire and the remainder at 6 months.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Supportive, collaborative team environment

Opportunities for growth and professional development (including scholarships and training)

Paid Personal Leave (PPL): begins accruing on your first day and can be used after 90 days of employment

Health insurance: coverage begins the first day of the month following hire

Dental and vision insurance begins the first day of the month following hire

Life insurance: coverage begins the first day of the month following hire

Supplemental insurance options, including accident, short-term, and long-term disability

What You’ll Do

Respond promptly to patient call lights and assess needs to determine appropriate support or escalation

Provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including mobility, personal hygiene, and comfort care

Turn, reposition, and assist bedridden patients per care plans and safety guidelines

Support nutritional needs by following dietary restrictions, food allergies, and resident preferences

Gather and communicate relevant information regarding patient condition, treatment plans, and recommended activities

Measure, monitor, and accurately record food and fluid intake

Obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respirations, as directed

Observe patients for changes in condition or signs requiring medical attention and report findings to nursing staff

Communicate patients concerns, complaints, or symptoms clearly and promptly to nurses

Greet and assist patients, families, and visitors professionally, providing directions and support as needed

Introduce yourself to patients, families, and visitors to promote comfort and trust

Identify and report safety hazards to ensure a safe care environment

Replenish supplies and maintain organized patient care areas

Adhere to all infection control practices, including proper hand hygiene, standard precautions, and isolation protocols

What We’re Looking For

High School Diploma or equivalent

Exceptional knowledge of medical terminology and processes.

Has and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Strong written and oral communication skills

Willingness to take after-hours calls, work nights, weekends, pick up shifts, and flexibility in scheduling, due to patient care needs.

Willing to cross-train and support staffing needs across departments, including picking up shifts in acute care

Physical Requirements and Conditions

This position requires light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry.

Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.

“Weston County Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.”

"Employment is contingent upon the applicant's authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of the federal Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout their employment. Weston County Health Services does not sponsor employment visas or provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position."