Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Skilled Nursing

Gorham House; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

DailyPay

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle in Gorham, ME seeks a compassionate caregiver to perform routine nursing duties and assist residents with daily activities. You will take vital signs, document measurements, and support the care plan under supervision.

The role requires 1+ years in clinical/nursing and HS diploma; CNA licensure varies by state. Strong communication and basic computer skills are needed to coordinate with staff and ensure resident safety and dignity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Area of study: Clinical/Nursing.
• 1+ years of clinical/nursing experience.
• CNA licensure depending on state requirements.
• English proficiency to perform duties and communicate in emergencies.
• Basic computer skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs.
• Record height, weight, and input/output.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, dressing).
• Transfer, position, and turn residents.
• Provide skin care and restorative nursing services.
• Contribute to assessment and plan of care.
• Follow supervisor's schedule for resident needs.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Respect resident rights and confidentiality.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nursing (Clinical/Nursing)

CNA licensure (state dependent)

Job description

Job Description

• Full-time evening shifts, 2:30PM - 11:00PM, and shifts every other weekend are preferred.
• 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.
• 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.

Compensation

• $23-$23