Certified Nursing Assistant - Person-Centered Care

Wellmore of Daniel Island; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmore of Daniel Island is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide person-centered care, maintaining residents' dignity and quality of life. The role emphasizes compassionate interactions, daily living assistance, and active participation in enrichment activities with a supportive team.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, dining assistance, and hygiene, while also supporting housekeeping tasks and attending training sessions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including hygiene, bathing, dressing, transfers.
• Assist with dining: escorting, serving, feeding, meal prep, and cleanup.
• Assist with housekeeping: bed making, trash, laundry, room and bathroom cleaning.
• Lead and assist with life enrichment activities with guidance from Life Enrichment Leaders and Supervisors.
• Escort residents to scheduled programming and encourage participation.
• Take and record vital signs and weights as ordered.
• Attend in-service training and education programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Electronic records/office software

Follow directions

Independence/low supervision

Attendance/punctuality

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Job description

At Wellmore of Daniel Island, 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 Daniel Island?

• 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 CNA

A CNA is 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.