Compassionate CNA: Resident Care & Support

Homestead of Shenandoah; Shenandoah (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Homestead of Shenandoah in Shenandoah, IA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct and indirect resident care under a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to safety and policy, and timely reporting of changes in resident condition.

Responsibilities include assisting with admission/discharge, daily living activities, hygiene, feeding, and mobility support, while maintaining resident dignity and confidentiality in a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must have valid CNA certification in good standing with the State.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Comply with the Community’s personnel, safety and corporate policies and procedures.
• Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Executive Director, RCC or Unit Manager. Treat residents, family members, visitors and team members with dignity and respect.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family members.
• Assist in admission and discharge of resident.
• Assist residents in daily oral care.
• Assist residents in bathing functions (bed bath, tub, or shower).
• Assist residents in ear, eye, facial, hair, and nail care.
• Make beds, changing linens when needed and per scheduled.
• Assist residents in bowel and bladder functions.
• Collect specimens (urine, sputum, stools, etc.).
• Assist in transporting residents to/from appointments, activity, and social programs.
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Assist residents in ambulation and mobility.
• Perform and document resident temperature, pulse, respirations (TPR), weight, and height measurements.

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Homestead of Shenandoah in Shenandoah, IA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct and indirect resident care under a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to safety and policy, and timely reporting of changes in resident condition.

Responsibilities include assisting with admission/discharge, daily living activities, hygiene, feeding, and mobility support, while maintaining resident dignity and confidentiality in a team-focused environment.