Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Des Moines, IA

BrightStar Care Iowa Cedar Rapids, Des Moines; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training and continuing education

Flexible schedule

Paid travel time between clients

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonus program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

BrightStar Care Iowa Cedar Rapids, Des Moines is actively hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to provide essential in-home care. This role offers competitive pay of $20.00/hour, with additional earnings for overnight and weekend shifts, along with flexible scheduling options available for full-time, part-time, and PRN.

The ideal candidate should possess a current CNA certification and should demonstrate strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to caregiving. You'll be delivering personal care, monitoring vital signs, and assisting patients with daily activities, all while working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification in good standing on the Iowa Direct Care Worker Registry.
• 1+ year of CNA experience preferred in various settings.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled personal care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist with personal hygiene and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Monitor vital signs and document patient conditions.

Skills

Current CNA certification in good standing

Strong communication skills

Compassionate bedside manner

Job description

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Pay & Benefits

• $20.00/hour base pay
• Earn more for overnight shifts and weekend shifts
• Weekly Friday pay - direct deposit or paper check
• Paid training and continuing education
• Flexible schedule - full-time, part-time, and PRN available
• Paid travel time between clients
• Mileage reimbursement
• 24/7 on-call management support
• Referral bonus program
• Career growth opportunities - advance to supervisory or clinical roles

Are you a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking for a home care position with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a supportive nursing team? BrightStar Care of Iowa is hiring CNAs for in-home care in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Johnston, Waukee, and surrounding areas.

Work one-on-one with clients in their homes - no facility setting, no rushed care. Just meaningful, personalized service that makes a real difference every day.

What You'll Do

As a BrightStar Care CNA, you will deliver skilled personal care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Duties include:

• Personal hygiene and ADL assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting)
• Vital signs monitoring (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration)
• Safe patient transfers and mobility assistance
• Catheter care and ostomy care (as trained)
• Wound care assistance and skin integrity monitoring
• Medication reminders and medication management support
• Meal preparation and nutritional support
• Dementia care, Alzheimer's care, and memory care
• Post-hospital and post-surgical recovery care
• Documenting and reporting changes in patient condition to supervising RN
• Companionship and emotional support

Why CNAs Choose BrightStar Care

• Nurse-led care - you'll have RN oversight and real clinical support
• Joint Commission Accredited - a higher standard of care
• You control your schedule - choose your days, times, and hours
• Work near home - we match clients to your preferred geography
• More complex, rewarding cases - high-acuity home care available
• 24/7 management on-call - you're never working alone

Requirements

• Current CNA certification in good standing on the Iowa Direct Care Worker Registry
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with current auto insurance
• Must pass a background check and drug screen
• 1+ year of CNA experience preferred (home care, nursing home, hospital, or assisted living)
• Strong communication skills and compassionate bedside manner
• Ability to follow written and verbal care plan instructions

About BrightStar Care

BrightStar Care is a nationally recognized, nurse-led home health care agency with locations across Iowa including Des Moines and Cedar Rapids/Iowa City. We serve clients of all ages - from pediatric to geriatric care - and our Joint Commission Accreditation means you'll always work to the highest clinical standards.

Ready to take the next step in your CNA career? Apply now - takes less than 5 minutes.

Serving: Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Johnston, Waukee, Altoona, Pleasant Hill, Norwalk, Indianola, and surrounding Iowa communities

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