Certified Nurses Aide - *Sign on Bonus

Sisters of Mercy of the Americas; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Sisters of Mercy of the Americas in Portland, ME is seeking a Part Time CNA to provide compassionate, person-centered care to our sisters in a supportive setting.

This role features a low patient-to-caregiver ratio, meaningful interaction with residents, and a full comprehensive benefits package. You will assist with daily living activities, mobility, and companionship to promote dignity and comfort.

Qualifications

• Active Maine CNA license preferred.
• At least 2 years’ experience working with older adults.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Visits with sisters regularly.
• Assists with Activities of Daily Living as appropriate.
• Assists and encourages sisters with eating and drinking.
• Turns, positions and transfers sisters to bed, chair, wheelchair, etc.
• Monitors sisters’ physical and mental condition.
• Provides companionship.
• Maintains a healthy, safe environment in the sister’s apartments/rooms.
• Fosters relationships with facility staff.
• Reports observations to Healthcare team.
• Keeps Healthcare team informed of schedule and visits.

Education

CNA license (Maine)

Job description

Number of Openings: 1

Do you want to work somewhere with a truly ideal patient-to-caregiver ratio? Where you can actually take the time to provide meaningful, person-centered care?

Job Summary

CNA - Part Time

Sisters of Mercy | Portland ME

$18.00 – $23.00 per hour

Full Comprehensive Benefits Package

Number of Openings: 1

Do you want to work somewhere with a truly ideal patient-to-caregiver ratio?

Where you can actually take the time to provide meaningful, person-centered care? This is a CNA position to support our sisters residing in non-Mercy owned 3rd party facilities, and also for those living independently. For a small community of retired Sisters in a setting that values dignity, compassion, and relationship-based care.

Why This Role Is Different

• Low patient-to-caregiver ratio
• Private, peaceful, non-public setting
• Strong team culture with consistent nursing support
• Focus on person-centered, dignified care
• Time to build real relationships with residents

Key Responsibilities

• Visits with sisters regularly
• Assists with Activities of Daily Living as appropriate
• Assists and encourages sisters with eating and drinking
• Turns, positions and transfers sisters to bed, chair, wheelchair, etc.
• Monitors sisters’ physical and mental condition
• Provides companionship
• Maintains a healthy, safe environment in the sister’s apartments/rooms
• Fosters relationships with facility staff
• Reports all observations of concern to the Healthcare team
• Keeps Healthcare team informed of schedule and visits
• Other responsibilities: Accompanies sisters to outside appointments; encourages participation in activities; shopping for sisters as requested/needed. May be asked to assist in other ways not defined herein.

Other Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager requiring essentially the same skills, education and efforts as documented in this position.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-services and other required meetings.
• May be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
• May be required to attend meetings or accompany Sisters to medical appointments

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (active license) in the state of Maine, preferred
• Other healthcare personnel may be considered with good experience
• At least 2 years’ experience working with older adults
• Valid driver’s license required, with clean driving record.

Position Details

• Status: 1 Position
• Location: Portland, ME
• Pay Range: $18.00 – $23.00 per hour

If you are looking for a role where you can slow down, connect with your patients, and provide the kind of care you went into healthcare to give—this is that job.