Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Elara Caring; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fleet vehicle program

Mileage reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide to join our dedicated home care team in Mishawaka, IN. You will provide hands-on personal care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, helping patients with daily activities and monitoring health.

This role requires CNA certification, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and reliable transportation to travel between patient homes. We offer comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for continuing education.

Qualifications

• Current State CNA certificate.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license or have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other daily activities.
• Take and record vital signs and health data.
• Help patients safely walk, transfer, and use mobility equipment.
• Document care given and report changes to the care team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment and ensure patient privacy.

Skills

Personal care

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Documentation

Infection control

Safety awareness

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Job description

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Certified Nurse Aide with commitment and compassion.

As a Certified Nurse Aide, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Provide hands‑on personal care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other daily activities.
• Take and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
• Help patients safely walk, transfer, and use mobility equipment.
• Follow each patient’s individualized care plan.
• Monitor and report changes in a patient’s condition to the care team.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment.
• Remind patients to take medications as directed.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and follow safety and infection control guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation, protect patient privacy, and participate in required training.

What is Required?

• Current State certificate as a Certified Nursing Aide.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

What\'s in it for you?

Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance 401(K) with employer match Tuition reimbursement for full-time staffand continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.

* Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail].

EVerify: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

Our Work Experience

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that\'s unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it\'s our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.