Certified Nurse Assistant (Full Time, Nights, Long Term Care)

Weston County Health Services; Newcastle (WY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Sign-on bonuses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid personal leave

Job summary

Weston County Health Services is seeking a Full-Time Long-Term Care CNA (Night-Shift) to provide compassionate, hands-on care for residents. You will respond to call lights, assist with ADLs, monitor vitals, document care, and work within a collaborative team focused on dignity and quality of life.

Cross-training across departments is encouraged, with a sign-on and referral bonuses offered. Starting pay is $22.64/hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have strong knowledge of medical terminology and processes.
• BLS certification required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to take after-hours calls and work nights/weekends.
• Willing to cross-train and support staffing across departments.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to patient call lights and assess needs for appropriate support.
• Provide hands-on ADL assistance including mobility, hygiene, and comfort care.
• Turn, reposition, and assist bedridden patients per care plans and safety guidelines.
• Support nutritional needs by following dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Gather and communicate information regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
• Record vital signs and monitor intake of food and fluids.
• Observe for changes in condition and report to nursing staff.
• Communicate patient concerns to nurses promptly.
• Greet and assist patients, families, and visitors with directions and support.
• Identify and report safety hazards to ensure a safe care environment.

Skills

Medical terminology

BLS Certification

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

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 $22.64/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 $1,500 for a CNA, $2,000 for a LPN, and $3,000 for 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.