GNA Part Time

Resorts at Augsburg; Lochearn (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Resorts at Augsburg is seeking a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) to provide direct care to elderly residents in a healthcare setting. You will support nursing staff to deliver safe and compassionate care while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.

The role involves assisting with ADLs, monitoring vital signs, helping with mobility, and reporting changes to the nursing team. Requires active GNA certification and a high school diploma; CPR preferred.

Qualifications

• Active GNA certification (state-approved).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Ability to lift/move patients (may require 50+ lbs assistance).

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

Skills

Compassion and patience

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Active GNA certification (state-approved)

Current CPR certification preferred

Job description

? Job Summary

The Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) provides direct patient care to elderly residents in a healthcare or long-term care setting. This role supports nursing staff in delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.

? Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

• Monitor and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure)

• Help with mobility, transfers, and positioning of patients

• Respond promptly to call lights and resident needs

• Maintain clean, safe, and organized patient environments

• Assist with feeding and hydration as needed

• Observe and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff

• Follow infection control and safety procedures

? Work Schedule & Attendance

• Full-time or part-time shifts (8, 10, or 12 hours, including weekends/holidays)

• Reliable attendance is essential due to patient care needs

• Overtime or extended shifts may be required

• Employees must report to work on time and remain until properly relieved

? Workplace Policies

• No personal phones allowed in designated patient care areas

• Photography or recording on units is strictly prohibited

• Must follow all facility safety and confidentiality policies

? Qualifications

• Active GNA certification (state-approved)

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Current CPR certification preferred

• Ability to lift/move patients (may require 50+ lbs assistance)

? Required Skills

• Compassion and patience with elderly patients

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Attention to detail and reliability

• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks

? Compliance Requirements

• Adhere to patient privacy laws under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

• Follow all infection control and healthcare regulations

• Maintain professional conduct at all times

? Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending for long periods

• Lifting, transferring, and repositioning patients

• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations