Certified Nursing Assistant

Sweetwater Care; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid time off (PTO)

Earned wage access (Tapcheck)

Career development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Pueblo, CO is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants to deliver compassionate daily care for our residents. You will assist with bathing, feeding and vital signs under RN supervision, while upholding our policies and patient safety.

A Colorado CNA license is required and English language proficiency is essential. We offer competitive pay of $18–$25 per hour, PTO, health benefits and access to earned wages before payday.

Qualifications

• Must be possess a license as a certified nursing assistant.
• 2) Must possess a sincere desire to serve the elderly.
• 3) Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• 4) Must relate well with residents, families and staff.
• 5) Willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• 6) Must have patience and enthusiasm for residents at their level.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine nursing care under supervision to ensure high-quality resident care.
• 2) Assist with bathing, hygiene, feeding, continence care and vital signs.
• 3) Support medical staff in delivering care and maintain a homelike environment.
• 4) Follow facility policies, procedures, and safety rules.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Patience

Compassion

Education

CNA license (Colorado)

Job description

Calling All CNAs!!

Are you passionate about giving care to those in need? Come join us! Our well established bed facility located in Pueblo stewards a diverse patient demographic that includes dementia care, skilled rehabilitation, long term and hospice services that allows you to fit in where you find your passion as a caregiver. You must be licensed as a CNA in the state of Colorado.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being
• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most
• Tapcheck – Access your earned wages before payday
• Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters

Join us and become part of a community that cares deeply—for our residents, for each other, and for the future of skilled nursing care.

Schedule: 6A-6P Thurs, Friday, Sat, every other Wednesday, PRN
Pay: $18-25 Hour Depending on Experience

What You’ll Do:

A nursing assistant is responsible for providing routine nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nurses or Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times, within their scope of practice.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform all duties as assigned and in accordance with facility’s established policies and procedures, nursing care procedures and safety rules and regulations, within the scope of practice of a certified nursing assistant.

Certified Nursing Assistant, or Certified Nursing Aide, is responsible for supporting medical staff in administering care to patients with various injuries, illnesses and disabilities. Their duties include helping patients bathe and maintain proper hygiene, feeding patients, providing continence care when needed, and assessing their patients’ vital signs to notify staff of any changes and assist in maintaining a clean, homelike environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience

• Must be possess a license as a certified nursing assistant.
• Must possess a sincere desire to serve the elderly.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.
• Willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset individuals.

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a place where they truly matter, we’d love to hear from you!

Affirmative Action Statement

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.