CNA or DCA: Compassionate Resident Caregiver

White Birch Communities; Virginia; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

health/dental insurance

paid vacation time and holiday pay

retirement plan

Job summary

White Birch Communities in Harrisonburg, VA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Direct Care Aide (DCA) to join our team. The CNA will provide nursing care and assist patients with daily activities including bathing, eating, and toileting, while promoting comfort and dignity.

The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, punctual, and enjoys helping others. Must be reliable, empathetic, and capable of working with diverse patient populations in a residential setting.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a nursing assistant course or the equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Previous hospital experience with acceptable references preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds at times

Responsibilities

• Patient care – Instill confidence and trust in patients in a competent and caring manner. Provide hygiene and daily living assistance. This could include toileting, bathing, and assisting patients with showers. Support the patient with meals as needed. Ambulate, turn, and position patients as required.
• Medical needs – Check vital signs and weight.
• Professional development – Maintain any specialized training and, if applicable, perform additional and specialized tasks pertinent to the assigned patient or area.

Skills

Compassionate care

Dependable

Effective communication

Education

Nursing assistant course or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

White Birch Communities in Harrisonburg, VA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Direct Care Aide (DCA) to join our team. The CNA will provide nursing care and assist patients with daily activities including bathing, eating, and toileting, while promoting comfort and dignity.

The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, punctual, and enjoys helping others. Must be reliable, empathetic, and capable of working with diverse patient populations in a residential setting.