Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Full Time

Shadelands Post Acute; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Shadelands Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to join our PM shift team. You will provide routine daily nursing care and services to residents according to care plans, ensuring comfort and safety on every shift.

The position offers full-time hours with competitive pay of $22.00-$25.00 per hour, health benefits, PTO, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, valid CNA certification.
• Provide routine daily nursing care and services per resident care plans.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort on every shift.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities and personal care.
• Measure and record vital signs and monitor resident status.
• Greet and orient new residents; assist with admissions and transfers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure PHI confidentiality.

Skills

Resident care

Daily living assistance

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Job description

Company: Shadelands Post Acute

Location: Walnut Creek, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: PM Shift (2:30 PM - 11:00 PM)

Salary: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour (Depending on Experience)

About Us

At Shadelands Post Acute, we are dedicated to providing outstanding, compassionate care to our residents. We pride ourselves on creating an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive energy. If you are a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking to make a meaningful difference in a supportive and professional environment, we want you on our team!

Benefits (Full-Time Eligible)

• Competitive Pay ($22 - $25/hour based on experience)
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

General Purpose

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident's assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Resident Care & Daily Living Assistance

• Assist residents with daily functions including dental/mouth care, bathing, dressing, undressing, and grooming (combing hair).
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and safely transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, and lifts.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed.
• Ensure residents remain dry and comfortable by promptly changing gowns, clothing, and linens when wet or soiled.
• Deliver after-meal care (removing trays, cleaning residents' hands, face, and clothing) and help residents identify food arrangements on their trays.
• Routinely check on residents—especially those unable to call for help to ensure all personal care needs are met promptly and according to their wishes.

Clinical Support & Monitoring

• Participate in and receive the nursing report upon reporting for duty.
• Measure and accurately record temperatures, pulses, and respirations (TPRs), as well as resident weights.
• Accurately record residents' food and fluid intake; report any changes in eating habits to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
• Observe disoriented and comatose residents, recording and reporting data as instructed.
• Safely perform special treatments and nursing care procedures that you have been trained to handle.
• Actively observe and report the presence of pressure areas, skin breakdowns, or injuries of an unknown source (including skin tears) to prevent bedsores.

Admissions, Transfers, & Hospitality

• Ensure resident rooms are perfectly prepared for arrivals (beds made, name tags up, admission kits ready).
• Warmly greet new residents, escort them to their rooms, and introduce them to roommates and staff.
• Help residents safely pack, inventory, mark, and store their personal possessions during admissions, room transfers, or discharges.
• Maintain clean, fresh water pitchers within easy reach of residents on every shift.

Documentation, Communication, & Safety

• Properly identify residents using wristbands or photo card files before administering treatments or serving meals.
• Record all entries on flow sheets, notes, and charts in an informative, descriptive manner using only authorized facility abbreviations.
• Promptly report all changes in a resident's condition, complaints, grievances, or instances of a resident leaving/missing from the facility to the Nurse Supervisor.
• Immediately report all observed accidents, incidents, occupational exposures (blood, hazardous chemicals), or defective equipment.
• Strictly maintain the confidentiality of all resident protected health information (PHI) and honor a resident's refusal of treatment, reporting it immediately to your supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Certification: Must possess a current, valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.