Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Highland Springs by Erickson Senior Living; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision packages

PTO Plans

401k with company match

Onsite medical centers

30% discount on food at dining venues

Education assistance and certification reimbursement

Job summary

Highland Springs by Erickson Senior Living in Silver Spring, MD is hiring a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) to support our residents with daily living activities and deliver person-centered care.

The role demands a current GNA certification, and experience in the field is preferred. We offer a culture of inclusion, medical packages, and growth opportunities. Join us to make a difference in our residents' lives!

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of CNA/GNA experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the resident’s physical, spiritual, emotional, and clinical needs.
• Assisting residents in activities of daily living.
• Implementing residents personal care plans focusing on their strengths.

Skills

Geriatric Nursing Assistant certification

CNA/GNA experience

Basic computer skills

Education

Current GNA certification for the State of Maryland

Job description

Location:

Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA). Our GNAs support our residents in all aspects of daily living, providing person-centered care to ensure we meet all of our resident’s needs.

Compensation: Commensurate for experience between $20.00 - $24.00 hourly

We are looking to fill various part-time openings for our Day and Evening shifts

What we offer:

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values

• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options

• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law

• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match

• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age

• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices

• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

• Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones

How you will make an impact:

• Supporting the resident’s physical, spiritual, emotional, and clinical needs

• Assisting residents in activities of daily living

• Implementing residents personal care plans, focusing on residents’ strengths, preferences, and preferred routines while providing a sense of comfort, companionship, and belonging

• Providing assistance with resident activities and resident programs

• Working with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely manner

What you will need:

• Current GNA certification for the State of Maryland

• Minimum of 1 year of CNA/GNA experience preferred

• Current CPR certification is preferred

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Basic computer skills required

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.