Certified Nursing Assistant - Independence (55259)

Rocky Mountain Care Group; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunterra Springs Independence in Independence, MO is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct resident care and support per care plans. The role includes day shifts with rotating weekends, adherence to facility policies, and ongoing documentation and safety procedures.

Qualified candidates will have a CNA license in good standing, HS diploma, CPR/BLS, and a Food Handler permit. Experience in long-term care is a plus, with a value placed on dignity, confidentiality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• CNA in good standing with the state (preferred)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Current Food Handler Permit
• No disciplinary action against certification
• At least one year of experience in long-term care (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provides CNA services to assigned residents per care plans and facility policies.
• Perform daily care tasks and document appropriately.
• Attend care-plan meetings and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Follow infection control policies and safety procedures.
• Report issues to supervisors and comply with regulations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/BLS certification

Food Handler Permit

Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Sunterra Springs Independence - Independence, MO

Salary Range: $17.00 - $26.00

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Description

Department

Clinical

Reports to

Director of Nursing, Unit Manager, CNA Coordinator, Resident Care Coordinator, or Director of Clinical Services

Reporting to this position

None

Job Classification

Non-exempt, Hourly

Position Purpose

Provides certified nursing assistant services to assigned residents in accordance with care plans, facility policies and procedures and at the direction of supervisor(s).

Required Qualifications

Minimum requirements include the following:

• Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state (preferred, not required).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Current Food Handler Permit

Must have no disciplinary action in effect against certification.

Skilled Nursing or Assisted Living Facility: At least one year of experience as a certified nursing assistant in long-term care (preferred, not required).

Day 6a-6p -Rotating Weekends

NOC 6p-6a-Rotating Weekends

Additional Assigned Tasks

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator.Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
• Attend care-plan meetings of assigned residents.
• Participate in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee.
• Accept certified nursing assistant assignments as staffing needs require. Perform certified nursing assistant duties as assigned, in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Use proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and [insert state civil rights law], it is the policy of [Facility Name] to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [include name and/or department, telephone, and e‑mail address].

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have read the above job description and understand the requirements and expectations of the position of Certified Nursing Assistant at [Name of Facility].

______________________________________________ _____________________

Employee’s Signature Date

______________________________________________ _____________________ Supervisor’s Signature Date

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have read the above job description and understand the requirements and expectations of the position of Certified Nursing Assistant at [Name of Facility].

______________________________________________ _____________________

Employee’s Signature Date

______________________________________________ _____________________ Supervisor’s Signature Date

Qualifications: Required Qualifications

Minimum requirements include the following:

• Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state (preferred, not required).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Current Food Handler's Permit.

Must have no disciplinary action in effect against certification.

At least one year of experience as a certified nursing assistant in long-term care (preferred, not required).