Certified Nursing Assistant

El Castillo Retirement Residences; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differentials

Referral bonuses

Training & Education

Benefits package

On-site parking

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

El Castillo Life Plan Community in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support residents in maintaining dignity, safety, and quality of life.

You will assist with ADLs, take vital signs, support memory care and nursing units, and communicate with nurses and families. We offer training, benefits, and a supportive team with starting pay at $19/hour plus night/weekend differentials.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant Certification in New Mexico.
• 2–3 years of direct or relatable care experience.
• Compassion, patience, and resident-centered care.
• Ability to work in a team and follow care plans.
• Must pass background check.
• Minimum 1 year of bedside experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ADLs (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility).
• Take vital signs and report changes in condition.
• Provide support in memory care, assisted living, and nursing units.
• Support residents’ emotional well-being through positive engagement.
• Communicate effectively with nurses, families, and team members.
• Follow all state and facility regulations for safe and ethical care.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) – New Mexico

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Join a Legacy of Compassionate Care at El Castillo Life Plan Community!

Location: Santa Fe, NM

Various Shifts | Weekender | Day and Night Shifts Available - Just ask!

Starting at $19.00 or higher (based on experience) – Plus Night & Weekend Shift Differentials!

Who We Are

At El Castillo Life Plan Community, we’ve been serving seniors in Santa Fe with dignity, warmth, and excellence since 1970. Our community includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, and intermediate nursing—providing a full continuum of care in a serene and supportive environment.

What You’ll Do

As a CNA at El Castillo, you’ll support residents in maintaining their dignity, safety, and quality of life. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
• Taking vital signs and reporting changes in condition
• Providing support in memory care, assisted living, and nursing units
• Supporting residents’ emotional well-being through positive engagement
• Communicating effectively with nurses, families, and other team members
• Following all state and facility regulations for safe and ethical care

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $19.00/hour + shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Employee referral bonuses!
• Paid Training & Continuing Education
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Health, FSA, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement)
• Supportive Team Environment where your voice is valued
• On-site parking
• Flexible Scheduling: Paid Time Off; Vacation, Sick Time, and Floating Time.

Requirements

• 2 - 3 years of direct or relatable work experience.
• Current Nursing Assistant Certification in New Mexico
• Compassion, patience, and a commitment to resident-centered care
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow care plans
• Must pass a background check
• Minimum 1 year of bedside experience

Preferred But Not Required

• Experience working with older adults, dementia care, or in long-term care settings
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Why El Castillo?

We’re more than a workplace, we’re a community.

Our residents and staff form meaningful connections, and we take pride in ourcommitment to excellence in aging services.