Certified Nursing Assistant

IHA; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PACE of Montgomery County, part of Trinity Health PACE, is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant for the day shift. The role involves direct resident care, assist with activities of daily living, and support in rehabilitation activities.

Qualifications include MD CNA certification, high school diploma, and ability to lift up to 20 pounds. We offer Day 1 benefits and a supportive interdisciplinary team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active certification as a Nurse Assistant in Maryland.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle required for home care assignments.
• Experience in a long-term care facility or community-based geriatric program preferred.
• Minimum of one year of documented experience with frail/elderly population, or appropriate training from PACE.
• Strong conflict management and customer service skills, adaptable to changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and email/calendar systems.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance to maintain participants’ independence in activities of daily living (toileting, showers, eating, grooming).
• Assist participants in maintaining physical activity, exercise, and walking.
• Offer behavioral supervision or support, including reality orientation, medication reminders, dietary restrictions, and emotional reassurance.
• Assist with general activities such as conversation, recreation, meal/snack serving, and housekeeping.

Skills

Bilingual

Customer service

Conflict management

Mobility/Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Full Time, Monday-Friday

Pay Range: $18--$22.72/hr

Sign On Bonus - $1,500

Position Purpose

The Certified Nurse Assistant is responsible for providing various care services to meet the personal needs, support, and health status of participants.

What You Will Do

• Provide personal care assistance to maintain participants' independence in activities of daily living, including toileting, showers, eating, and grooming.
• Assist participants in maintaining physical activity, exercise, and walking.
• Offer behavioral supervision or support, including reality orientation, medication reminders, dietary restrictions, and emotional reassurance.
• Assist with general activities such as conversing with participants, recreation activities, meal and snack serving, and housekeeping.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active certification as a Nurse Assistant in Maryland
• Bilingual Preferred
• Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle required for home care assignments.
• Experience in a long-term care facility or community-based geriatric program preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population, or appropriate training from PACE organization upon hiring.
• Strong conflict management and customer service skills, adaptable to changing work priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and electronic mail/calendar systems.
• Ability to engage in physical tasks such as kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Day-1 Benefits (Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans).
• Opportunity to get paid daily - through DailyPay
• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off
• Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans.

Ministry/Facility Information

PACE of Montgomery County, part of Trinity Health PACE, provides high-quality, comprehensive care to seniors in the community. Trinity Health PACE programs offer continuous care, allowing seniors to maintain independence while receiving comprehensive care from an interdisciplinary team. Our core values: Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, Integrity

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.