Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Part Time

Senior Lifestyle; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior care is seeking dedicated individuals for caregiver roles in Newtown, CT. Responsibilities include providing daily assistance to residents, recording vital signs, and offering emotional support. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a CNA license. Comprehensive benefits are included.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in clinical/nursing.
• Acceptable proficiency in English.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Dedication

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Degree

CNA licensure

Job description

• Take and record vital signs.
• Measure and record height, weight, and fluid intake/output.
• Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor.
• Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
• Provide compassionate care for residents with dementia.
• Transfer, position, and turn residents.
• Provide skin care to residents.
• Contribute to the resident’s assessment and the plan of care.
• Provide nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing services.
• Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Promote and protect resident rights, assist residents in making informed decisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, protect resident’s personal belongings, report suspected abuse or neglect, avoid the need for physical restraints in accordance with the current professional standards, and support independent expression, choice, and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation.
• Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
• Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
• Respect residents’ confidentiality.

Qualifications

Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Area of Study: Clinical/Nursing
Years of Experience: 1+ years
Type of Experience: Clinical/Nursing
Special Certifications: CNA licensure depending on state requirements and regulations
Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations. Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills
Skills and Ability:
• Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Personal Attributes: Dedicated, compassionate, and energetic

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.