Certified Nursing Assistant- Nights

Foundry Commercial; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Arbor of Kinston is seeking a warm, dependable Night Shift Resident Assistant (CNA) for 11pm–7am. Working with the Resident Care Director and nursing staff, you provide direct resident care, help maintain a safe, home-like environment, and support daily living with kindness and professionalism.

The ideal candidate holds CNA certification (PCA accepted in some states), CPR/First Aid, 18+ years old, and is comfortable communicating with residents, families, and teammates.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; PCA accepted; CNA may be required in some states.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Must meet state certification and licensure requirements.
• Experience or aptitude with Alzheimer’s/dementia residents preferred.
• Team-oriented and able to work well with others.
• Must be at least 18 years old; state guidelines may apply.
• Background and health screenings, and drug-free workplace requirements.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license; insurability by community’s insurer.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility).
• Support dining and dining room activities; serve meals and clear tables.
• Respond promptly to emergency calls and requests for assistance.
• Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ condition to supervisors.
• Communicate professionally with residents, families, team members, and visitors.
• Maintain required resident care documentation per state regulations and policies.
• Assist with resident transportation when required.
• Follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.

Skills

Healthcare experience

CNA certification

CPR/First Aid

Alzheimer's care

Teamwork

Age 18+

Screening & compliance

Transportation/driver’s license

Job description

Night Shift Resident Assistant (CNA) – Spring Arbor of Kinston

Do you love knowing your work truly matters? At Spring Arbor of Kinston, the overnight hours are when residents count on us most, and every shift is a chance to bring comfort, reassurance, and peace of mind. We’re looking for a warm, dependable night shift Resident Assistant to join our Assisted Living team. We want someone who leads with kindness and takes real pride in caring for others, even when the rest of the world is asleep.

Working alongside our Resident Services Director, you’ll help create a home-like environment where residents feel safe, valued, and genuinely cared for around the clock, because that’s exactly what they deserve.

Full-Time and Part-Time openings:

11pm–7am

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct resident care and support under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel. This role helps maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment while supporting residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

The resident assistant assists with activities of daily living, responds to emergency calls, supports dining and daily routines, observes and reports changes in resident condition, maintains required documentation, and communicates professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and able to work collaboratively in a senior living environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, transfers, mobility, and incontinence care.
• Prepare residents for meals, snacks, and activities, and provide support in the dining room, including serving meals and clearing tables.
• Respond promptly to resident emergency call systems and requests for assistance.
• Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ condition to the appropriate supervisor or designee.
• Communicate with residents, family members, team members, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain required resident care documentation in accordance with state regulations and Allegro Living policies and procedures.
• Assist with resident transportation when required.
• Follow safety, sanitation, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements at all times.
• Assist with light cleaning, laundry, resident rooms, offices, and common areas as needed to support a safe and orderly environment.
• Attend meetings and in-service training sessions as required and in accordance with state guidelines.
• Support community standards by maintaining professional appearance, participating in training, and delivering courteous service that promotes positive resident and family experiences.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certificate may be accepted. CNA certification may be required in some states.
• Must have and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
• General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
• Experience or aptitude working with Alzheimer’s disease and memory-impaired residents preferred.
• Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; state-specific guidelines may apply.
• Must pass required background screening, health screening, and drug-free workplace requirements.
• Must have reliable transportation and, where required, a valid driver’s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record, and insurability by the community’s automobile insurance carrier.

What Makes You Successful in This Role

• You provide compassionate, respectful, and dependable support to residents each day.
• You notice changes in resident needs and communicate concerns promptly and professionally.
• You follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and documentation requirements carefully.
• You work well with nurses, supervisors, coworkers, residents, and family members.
• You remain calm, professional, and effective in a busy care environment.
• You take ownership of assigned responsibilities and help maintain a positive community experience.

Join Allegro Living and help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where residents can receive quality care and live with dignity.