CNA - $17.93-$20.49/hr, FT/PT/PRN Available

The Lakes at Litchfield; Pawleys Island (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lakes at Litchfield, a luxury senior living community in Pawleys Island, SC, is looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team. Compensation ranges from $17.93 to $20.49 per hour with weekend shift differential.

As a CNA, you will deliver person-centered care, assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, support dining and mobility, participate in in-service training, and collaborate with Life Enrichment Leaders to enhance residents' quality of life.

Qualifications

• State CNA certification is required.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification required or current.
• Two years' experience in a similar healthcare position preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (hygiene, bathing, dressing, transfers).
• Assist with dining, including escorting, serving, feeding, and meal prep.
• Assist with housekeeping tasks (bed making, laundry, room cleaning).
• Lead and assist with life enrichment activities under supervision.
• Escort residents to programming and encourage participation.
• Take and record vital signs and weights as ordered.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Flexibility

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Professionalism

Ethics

Education

State Certification as a Nursing Assistant

CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification

Tools

Electronic Records software

Job description

At The Lakes at Litchfield 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. We're looking for Certified Nursing Assistants to join our team.

$17.93 - $20.49/hr with weekend shift differential.

Why Choose The Lakes at Litchfield?

• 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

As a CNA, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality care to residents.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and want to be part of a team that strives for excellence.

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.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Technical Skills – Individual must demonstrate current and ongoing competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in this area above and beyond the average.
• Communication – Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer information to necessary parties to improve the quality of work and to provide the supervisor with actionable, accurate data.
• Initiative – Is self-motivated and personally competitive. Wants to achieve for the good of the Company and the team. Seeks additional work when they have capacity. Demonstrates an ability and desire to bring new ideas and solutions to the supervisor on an ongoing basis.
• Flexibility – The ability to adapt to changing conditions on the fly. The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and professionalism.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to other without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new things
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; encourages others and asks for help when needed. Exhibits patience and compassion.
• Professionalism – Ensures service is delivered on time and is of the highest quality. Assumes responsibility for mistakes. Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand image. Understands that no information is truly private and conducts online or social networking activities accordingly.
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds the Company's Guiding Principles:
• People First, Always
• We Exist to Serve our Members
• We Have a Responsibility to be Full

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.