Certified Nurses Aide (CNA)

Cottage Grove Place; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottage Grove Place in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to join a patient-centered care team. You will assist residents with daily living activities, monitor comfort and safety, and help create a respectful, positive care environment.

The ideal candidate will bring strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to high-quality care, following care plans and reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant or equivalent credential, as required by state regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in a healthcare, long-term care, hospital, or similar setting preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans, procedures, and instructions from licensed nursing staff.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, compassion, and respect in all interactions.
• Basic knowledge of patient safety, hygiene, and infection prevention practices.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and assist with patient care tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients or residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Provide support with feeding, positioning, and transferring while following safety guidelines.
• Measure and record vital signs, intake and output, and other observations as directed.
• Report changes in condition, concerns, or observations to nursing staff promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients or residents.
• Respond to call lights and requests in a timely, respectful manner.
• Assist with ambulation, range-of-motion activities, and comfort measures as directed.
• Support infection control, privacy, and patient dignity at all times.
• Document care provided accurately and in accordance with facility procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patient safety

Education

Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nurses Aide to join a patient-centered care team. In this role, you will provide essential support to residents or patients by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring comfort and safety, and contributing to a respectful, positive care environment. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality care.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nurses Aide to join a patient-centered care team. In this role, you will provide essential support to residents or patients by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring comfort and safety, and contributing to a respectful, positive care environment. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality care.

• Assist patients or residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Provide support with feeding, positioning, and transferring while following safety guidelines.
• Measure and record vital signs, intake and output, and other observations as directed.
• Report changes in condition, concerns, or observations to nursing staff promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients or residents.
• Respond to call lights and requests in a timely, respectful manner.
• Assist with ambulation, range-of-motion activities, and comfort measures as directed.
• Support infection control, privacy, and patient dignity at all times.
• Document care provided accurately and in accordance with facility procedures.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant or equivalent credential, as required by state regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in a healthcare, long-term care, hospital, or similar setting preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans, procedures, and instructions from licensed nursing staff.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, compassion, and respect in all interactions.
• Basic knowledge of patient safety, hygiene, and infection prevention practices.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and assist with patient care tasks as needed.

Preferred Attributes

• Reliable, team-oriented, and responsive to patient needs.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and honoring patient rights.