Certified Nursing Assistant C.N.A. Site Specific

Lutheran SeniorLife; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran SeniorLife is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for a casual position in Pennsylvania. The role involves assisting elderly participants with daily activities and mobility to promote independence. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, state certification, and at least a year's experience, along with dependable transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must hold a current Pennsylvania State Nurse Aide Certification.
• One year of experience with frail or elderly individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with mobility exercises and personal care activities.
• Provide care in both center and home settings ensuring participant satisfaction.
• Support the mission and values of the LIFE program.

Skills

Dependability

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current Pennsylvania State Nurse Aide Certification

Job description

Overview

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rates starting at $18.90 per hour.

This is a casual position and we are offering a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus (to be paid throughout the first year of employment).

Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.

Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.

LIFE is a program that serves county residents living in Armstrong, Butler, Beaver and Lawrence Counties. It is an all-inclusive comprehensive program that helps individuals maintain their independence in their home and community through supportive services. The LIFE programs offer an array of person-centered services from medical care to adult day supports with the primary goal of allowing individuals to remain in their own home.

Performs basic duties to assist participants in maintaining an environment consistent with their needs. Assists participants in their mobility exercises to help them be more independent for their activities and maintain their current level of functioning. Provides care, across care settings (center or home) in a manner that ensures participant satisfaction and retention. Assists participant in such activities as walking, transfers, use of mobility devises, getting to and from restroom, toileting, providing incontinence care, feeding, showering, getting in and out of transportation vehicles, and socialization at the center. Knowledge and support of the mission and core values of the LIFE Program are important to successful performance, as are commitment to and demonstration of a spirit of teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Current Pennsylvania State Nurse Aide Certification; Must be listed on state nurse aide registry and without allegations.
• At least (1) year experience with the frail or elderly.
• Must have dependable transportation with a valid driver's license.

Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.