Certified Nursing Assistant

Aviata Health Group; Palm Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviata Health Group in Palm Harbor, FL is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant to join our on-site care team. You will provide direct patient care, assist with activities of daily living, take vital signs, and document care in the EHR while upholding infection control and safety protocols.

You'll collaborate with nurses and other clinicians, communicate respectfully with patients and families, and support a compassionate, person-centered care environment across shifts including

Qualifications

• Active Florida CNA license and completion of an accredited CNA training program.
• Experience in skilled nursing, post-acute, or long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living, mobility, and basic restorative care while following safety/infection control protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and the team.
• Ability to observe, report, and document patient status accurately and follow leadership directions.
• Reliability and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Take and record vital signs, observe patient condition, and report changes to nurses.
• Maintain clean, safe environment and follow infection control procedures.
• Support nurses and clinical staff with restorative and comfort care.
• Document care accurately in the facility's EHR per policies.
• Communicate respectfully with patients, families, and team members.

Skills

ADL assistance

Vital signs

EHR documentation

Communication

Safety & infection control

Flexibility

Team collaboration

CPR certified

Education

Florida CNA license

Accredited CNA program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Company Description

Aviata Health Group is a skilled nursing and post-acute care provider committed to being a trusted choice for patients and families. The organization is founded on principles of customer service and clinical excellence, focusing on understanding the individual needs of each patient. Leadership promotes a “people first” philosophy, drawing on bedside experience to support strong clinical outcomes and a positive environment for patients, families, and team members. Aviata invests in its people and healthcare partnerships to strengthen local communities and deliver essential services across the care continuum. The Aviata family welcomes individuals who want to join an award-winning team of compassionate healthcare professionals.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Certified Nursing Assistant role located in Palm Harbor, FL. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will provide direct patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and mobility support. The role includes taking and recording vital signs, observing and reporting changes in patient condition, and supporting nurses and other clinical staff with restorative and comfort care. The CNA will help maintain a clean and safe environment, follow infection control and safety procedures, and support accurate documentation of care in accordance with facility policies. The position also involves communicating respectfully with patients, families, and team members to uphold Aviata’s commitment to compassionate, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of Florida and completion of an accredited CNA training program.
• Experience providing hands-on care in skilled nursing, post-acute, or long-term care settings is preferred.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living, mobility support, and basic restorative care while following safety and infection control protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ability to accurately observe, report, and document patient status and follow directions from nursing and clinical leadership.
• Reliable time management, professionalism, and commitment to person-centered, compassionate care.
• Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic computer and electronic health record (EHR) familiarity is a plus.
• CPR certification and other relevant clinical certifications are preferred.