Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Loudoun County

Blue Ridge Care; Lansdowne (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Volunteer Time

Thrift Shop Discount

Job summary

Blue Ridge Care in Virginia is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will work under RN supervision to assist with personal care, vital signs, and daily activities while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

This role requires VA CNA licensure, CPR certification, and the ability to perform in-home or facility-based settings. We value professionalism, confidentiality, and ongoing education to support high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed in VA as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• High School Diploma strongly preferred.
• Self-directed with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to patients, including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing bed linens as assigned.
• Assist patients with dressing, undressing, feeding, and other daily activities as assigned.
• Take and record vital signs (oral, rectal, axillary) and report to RN.
• Monitor and care for patients' skin to prevent tissue breakdown.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Assist with ambulation, exercise, and use of bedpans/urinals as directed.
• Keep patient living areas clean and orderly; assist with light laundry needs.
• Document care following procedures; ensure timely records.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of patients, caregivers, and team members.
• Ensure patient safety by using equipment properly and following safety protocols.
• Participate in continuing education and interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings.

Skills

Personal Care

Patient Assistance

Vital Signs

Documentation

Safety

Professional Conduct

Mobility Support

Environmental Care

Professional Development

Respectful Care

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (VA)

High School Diploma

CPR Certification

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant - Join the Blue Ridge Care Team!

Blue Ridge Care works to optimize the quality of life and well-being for those members of our community affected by aging or dealing with chronic or serious illness. With a mission of brightening life’s journey for all whom we are privileged to serve, and a strategic goal to grow and expand our services to continue meeting the evolving healthcare needs of the community, Blue Ridge is “Caring for life”.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) – Position Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a member of the interdisciplinary team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient’s personal needs and to promote comfort. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations to the RN and documenting observations to the RN and documenting care.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) – Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Personal Care:Provide personal care to patients, including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing bed linens as assigned.
• Patient Assistance:Assist patients with dressing, undressing, feeding, and other daily activities as assigned.
• Vital Signs:Take and record oral, rectal, and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure as ordered, ensuring competency in these skills.
• Skin Care:Monitor and care for patients’ skin to prevent tissue breakdown over bony prominence.
• Reporting:Observe and report any significant changes in the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse.
• Mobility Support:Assist with patient ambulation, exercise, and use of bedpans and urinals as directed by the nursing staff.
• Environmental Maintenance:Keep patient living areas clean and orderly and assist with light laundry needs.
• Documentation:Adhere to the organization’s documentation procedures, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.
• Professional Conduct:Maintain high standards of personal and professional conduct, respecting the confidentiality and privacy of patients, caregivers, and team members.
• Safety:Ensure patient safety by using equipment properly and adhering to safety protocols.
• Professional Development:Participate in personal and professional growth activities, including attending at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education programs per year. Engage in quality assessment performance improvement initiatives and attend interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings.
• Respectful Care:Be respectful of patients' and families’ environments and personal needs, providing care that is sensitive to their preferences.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) – Qualifications/Experience

• Currently licensed in VA as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• High School Diploma strongly preferred
• Self-directed with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Is secure with issues of death/dying. Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) - Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Thrift Shop Discount

Blue Ridge Care is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and patients served.