Certified Nursing Assistant CNA 2000 Bonus

Cassia Community; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Employee assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Valley View Village, a Cassia community, is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our dedicated care team in Des Moines, IA. This full-time evening shift offers a $2,000 bonus and benefits eligibility.

As a CNA, you will assist residents with ADLs, support nurses, ensure a clean, safe environment, and provide compassionate, person-centered care to older adults. Current IA Nursing Assistant certification required; strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Current IA Nursing Assistant certification required.
• Desire and passion to help aging adults with daily needs.
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.
• Ability to work a consistent work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and mobility.
• Help residents to and from bathrooms and transfer between positions.
• Converse with and comfort residents to support well-being.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Reliability

Education

IA Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

Valley View Village, a Cassia community, is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our dedicated care team. Whether you are beginning your healthcare journey or bringing valuable experience, at Valley View Village you will feel appreciated, supported, and empowered to grow. We are proud of our staff-to-resident ratio, which allows us to provide exceptional care. We’re also introducing new staffing patterns and shifts —designed to enhance flexibility and work-life balance for our team. We are offering a $2,000 bonus for the evening shift!

As a CNA at Valley View Village, you will assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility. You’ll also help ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment while working closely with Nurses and fellow team members to deliver high-quality, person-centered care. The ideal candidate is a compassionate and dependable individual who thrives in a team-focused setting and finds purpose in supporting the well-being of older adults each day.

Position Type: Full-Time, benefits eligible position

Shifts Available: Evening: 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm

Bonus: $2,000 (Evening shift only)

Location: 2571 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Certified Nursing Assistant Responsibilities:

• Your main duty is to let the Nurse (your supervisor) know about any changes residents may be exhibiting.
• Helping residents to and from bathrooms.
• Conversing with and comforting residents.
• Answering residents' call buttons.
• Providing residents with drinks and snacks.
• Changing bedding.
• Helping residents change into clean clothing.

Certified Nursing Assistant Qualifications:

• Current IA Nursing Assistant certification required.
• Desire and passion to help aging adults with daily needs.
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.
• Ability to work a consistent work schedule.

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Pet Insurance

About Us:

Valley View Village is a continuum of care campus located on 16 sprawling acres. Our campus takes pride in winning the blue-ribbon award for excellent infection control as well as receiving the 2025 Customer Experience Award in multiple categories. At Valley View Village, you'll often hear laughter filling our halls. We value our employees and take pride in recognizing their hard work. Staff enjoy a work-life balance, food discounts, and connecting with our amazing residents.

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.valleyviewvillage.org

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.