Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Skilled Nursing

Wellmore of Lexington; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmore of Lexington is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide exceptional, person-centered care to residents. You will support daily living activities, assist with dining, and help maintain a clean, safe living environment in a team-focused setting.

The role emphasizes compassion, respect, and meaningful interactions with residents, with opportunities to participate in enrichment activities and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• State Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required
• Two years' experience in a similar healthcare position preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, hygiene, transfers, and mobility.
• Assist with dining: escort, serve, feed, and clean up after meals.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks in resident rooms and common areas as needed.
• Lead or participate in life enrichment activities and programs.
• Escort residents to scheduled activities and encourage participation.
• Take and record vital signs and weights as ordered.
• Attend in-service trainings and education programs as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

CNA certification

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

At Wellmore of Lexington, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work® —and we take immense pride in that designation. Our philosophy, “People First, Always,” underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Why Choose Wellmore of Lexington?

• A Culture of Growth and Teamwork: We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Make a Difference: Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact in our community.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values each member's input, promotes collaboration, and strives to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

We're Looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

As the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will be responsible for providing our members with exceptional care.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for delivering person centered care based on the needs and interests of residents and members while preserving their dignity and quality of life.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist residents with activities of daily living which include, but are not limited to, personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, transporting, and transfers.
• Assists residents with dining to include escorting, transferring, order taking, serving, feeding, meal preparation, and clean up.
• Assist with housekeeping services, including but not limited to, bed making, trash removal, laundry, room and bathroom cleaning as needed, and requests from residents.
• Leads and assists with life enrichment activities with guidance and support from Life Enrichment Leaders and Supervisors. May include, but is not limited to, activities, craft/game groups, life skills, daily pleasures, and one on one interaction.
• Escort residents to scheduled programming. Could participate in outings and/or day trips. Encourages daily participating in scheduled programming.
• Take and record vital signs and weights as ordered or required by regulations.
• Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work

• This position is very active and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and climbing.
• This position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 50 lbs. and ability to push up to 250 pounds independently.
• The individual must use proper body mechanics to assist residents in their daily living.
• This position regularly requires long hours and frequent night and weekend work.

TRAVEL

No travel is expected although occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• State Certification as a Nursing Assistant
• Certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid
• Two years' experience in a similar healthcare position preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company's attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use Electronic Records and miscellaneous software and office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

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