CNA/CMA

Vetter Senior Living; Columbus (NE); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Personal and Sick Day Accrual

Voluntary Benefits

Mileage Assistance Program

Formal Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Brookestone Acres in Columbus, Nebraska seeks a dedicated CNA/MA to provide resident-centered care, including vital signs, transfers, daily living activities, and meal assistance. You will document care, support mobility, and help maintain a safe, caring environment.

The role supports a team-focused rehabilitation culture with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff. Day and night positions are available.

Qualifications

• CNA/MA must be able to read and write well enough to follow directions and chart.
• Verbal communication skills are important to interact with residents, co-workers and visitors.
• Nursing Aides will have passed the temporary nursing assistant course.
• Nurses Aides engage in ongoing training and demonstrations.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered personal care including bathroom assistance, washing, dressing, vital signs, and social support.
• Assist residents in transferring, repositioning, and walking using proper techniques.
• Provide a positive dining experience and assist with meals, snacks, and supplements.
• Document resident care and behaviors.
• Handle linens, soiled clothing, and supplies safely.

Skills

Reading & writing

Verbal communication

Education

Temporary Nursing Assistant course

Job description

Located in Columbus, Nebraska, Brookestone Acres is designed for seniors needing either short-term rehabilitation or skilled nursing services. At Brookestone Acres, we have a culture of rehabilitation and overall improvement of health. Our residents and patients are served by team members trained to meet the unique and specialized needs of each individual. Our team is dedicated to encouraging and motivating our patients to excel in therapy and regain daily life skills.

Why Apply:

If you've got a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference in the lives of people, this might be the job for you! The CNA/MA has the opportunity to positively affect the lives of people every day! This vital position plays a big role in our day-to‑day operations by providing Quality Life for each and every resident.

Professional Qualifications:

CNA/MA's must have the ability to read and write well enough to follow written directions and to do charting. It is important to read well enough to understand the dangers that come with working with the chemicals, equipment and supplies in the nursing department. Verbal communication skills are important to carry on conversations with residents, co‑workers and visitors in an understandable manner. Nursing Aides will have passed the temporary nursing assistance course. Nursing Aides are continually learning and growing by participating in educational sessions, in‑service training and demonstrations.

Physical Requirements:

CNA/MA's must understand the physical nature of their jobs and realize they need to:

Lift, push, pull and move residents, equipment, supplies, etc.

Lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds several times each workday.

Lift twenty‑five (25) pounds consistently.

Be able to move and stretch in such a way as to be able to reach areas above their head and below their waist.

Be able to push and pull a cart requiring twenty‑five (25) pounds of force.

Bend, stoop and twist almost constantly throughout the day.

See and hear well enough to take blood pressure, chart, read thermometers, etc.

Remain active and on their feet for up to four (4) hours at a time.

Responsibilities:

Provide resident centered personal care including bathroom assistance, washing, dressing, obtaining vital signs, and social support

Assist resident in transferring, repositioning and walking using correct transfer techniques and equipment

Deliver a positive dining experience and assist residents with meals, snacks and supplement

Document resident care and behaviors

Hand and dispose of linens, soiled clothing or supplies properly

At Brookestone Acres we encourage personal growth, support educational opportunities, endorse continual learning and encourage people to stretch beyond their comfort zones. People who bring an inner commitment to excel will find an environment that enables them to do just that.

We offer a great benefit package for Full and Part‑time employees. Benefits include:

Personal and Sick Day Accrual

Health Care, Dental and Vision Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Life Insurance

401K

Formal Education Assistance Program

Mileage Assistance Program

Competitive Pay based on experience.

Currently hiring Full Time day and night positions

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