Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA )

IHA; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Mentoring

Phone carrier discounts

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

IHA in Clinton, IA is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to support residents with daily living activities and care coordination. The role requires CNA certification in Iowa and offers full-time hours across day and night shifts, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges, mobility, ROM exercises, and data recording while maintaining safety standards and excellent communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CNA certification to practice in this state or completion of state approved nurse aide training.
• Minimum of one year experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Previous experience in long-term care or with geriatric population preferred.
• Superior customer service skills and professionalism.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to ongoing change and work in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Support residents with daily living activities (dental care, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming).
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, and transporting residents.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures, ROM exercises, and data recording.
• Respond to resident calls promptly and follow safety precautions in all duties.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Adaptability

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

Hours available: Full-time

Shifts available: 7am-7pm (days) or 7pm-7am (nights)

Employment Type

Full time

General Responsibilities

• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors. Follow work assignments, and/or work schedules in completing and performing your assigned tasks.
• Supports the admission, transfer, and discharge process for the Resident.
• Assist Elders with daily living functions such as dental care, feeding, bathing, dressing/undressing, nail care, hair care, and shaving according to expressed preference.
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed. Provide daily Range of Motion Exercises. Record data as instructed. Answer Resident calls promptly.
• Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties (i.e., exposure to body fluids, lifting, transferring, use and disposal of personal protective equipment).
• Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., gait belt, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents in accordance with plan of care.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a Nursing Assistant in this state or certificate of completion of state approved nurse aide training program.
• Minimum of one-year experience within a healthcare setting preferred.
• Previous experience working in long-term care or with the geriatric population preferred.
• Must possess superior customer service skills and professionalism.
• Must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to ongoing change and work in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.

Enjoy The Outstanding Benefits That We Have To Offer

• Enjoy a family/work life balance with our generous amount of PTO
• Annual Tuition Reimbursement Program (Up to $4,000 Annually; No Wait Period)
• Mentoring at Your Skill Level
• Up to 22% Discount on Qualified Phone Carriers
• Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental and United Healthcare Vision

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.