CNA | Full Time

Harmony Senior Services; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Benefits Packages

Training and Career Laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking a dedicated CNA/Direct Care Giver to support residents with daily living activities and participate in community activities. The role emphasizes compassion, safety, and teamwork within a patient-centered care setting.

The position requires a current CNA license, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform lifting and transfers. A flexible schedule including weekends and holidays is necessary to meet resident needs.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current CNA license in the state of employment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized and able to collaborate with all levels of staff.
• Contribute as a nursing team member and follow supervisor instructions.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and assisting with resident transfers.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Encourage independence and participation in community activities.
• Report incidents and document care concerns appropriately.
• Perform housekeeping tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Respond promptly to resident calls and emergencies.
• Assist with meal and activity attendance, and move residents as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and proper documentation in logs and records.

Skills

Current CNA license

Effective communication

Organized

Team collaboration

Resident care

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

301 Clearfield Avenue, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

Job Description

• The CNA/Direct Care Giver provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community.
• The CNA encourages residents to function at their highest level of independence and to participate in community activities.
• Conducts activities and provides for a meaningful experience for all residents.
• Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position
• Assists residents with activities of daily living
• Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCC, RN/LPN, or ED) and completes appropriate documentation
• Perform housekeeping Aduties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor
• Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts
• Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies
• Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents
• Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information
• Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities
• Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities
• Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals documents appropriately when necessary
• Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers
• Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support
• Reports all resident changes and interventions and interventions in the Daily Log and clinical record. Notifies family as directed.

Requirements

• Must possess current CNA license from the State in which the community is located and in good standing with the Board of Nursing
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writing
• Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel
• Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor
• Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs
• Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics
• Must be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badge and a smile
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire
• Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner
• Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays
• Completes all other duties as assigned
• Pay Ranges: $20/hr - $20.60/hr

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling