Certified Nursing Assistant Long Term Care

Ascension Living; Signal Mountain (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Living in Signal Mountain, TN, is seeking a dedicated aide to provide compassionate daily living assistance and personal care for residents. You will work closely with nursing staff, monitor changes, and assist with mobility, ensuring a safe, hazard-free unit.

Eligible candidates should have a CNA or Nurse Aide certification and a high school diploma or equivalent; BLS is preferred. This full-time weekend role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Nurse Aide CNA requirement before hire.
• BLS provider preferred.
• MAT local exception certification may be required for CNA roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate hands-on support with daily living, personal care, and mobility.
• Monitor residents closely and promptly report changes to nursing staff.
• Partner with nurses on clinical procedures and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Nurse Aide (CNA)

BLS Provider

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide compassionate hands‑on support with daily living, personal care, and mobility.
• Monitor residents closely and promptly report physical, mental, or emotional changes to nursing staff.
• Partner with nurses on clinical procedures and maintain a clean, hazard‑free environment.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Signal Mountain, TN
• Facility: Alexian Village of Tennessee
• Department: Skilled Nursing
• Schedule: Weekends | Full-time

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• Required Credential(s):
• Nurse Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Preferred Credential(s):
• BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Approved Local Exception. Approved for OKTUL for local requirement of CNA with a MAT - Medication Administration Technician certification. All other ministries must seek approval to use Approved Local Exception.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preference

• Experience in a nursing home type facility

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