Night Shift CNA: Compassionate Resident Care

Morganfield-Nursing-&-Rehabilitatio; Morganfield (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Morganfield Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant for the night shift (7 PM–7 AM). You will provide direct resident care, assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and document care per the care plan.

Ensure resident comfort, safety, and dignity during your shift. Responsibilities include responding to call lights, assisting with mobility, and reporting changes to nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with residents and nursing staff.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Prior LTC nursing assistant experience preferred; or equivalent education/experience.
• Successful completion of State Approved Nursing Assistant Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
• Good standing in the state registry is required.

Responsibilities

• Answers signal lights, bells, or intercom to determine needs.
• Check residents frequently when unable to call for help.
• Provide direct resident care: bathing, dressing, grooming.
• Explain procedures to residents.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Assist with bowel and bladder functions.
• Prepare for and transport to appointments/activities.
• Assist with mobility and positioning.
• Provide incontinent care as needed.
• Dress residents appropriately for weather.
• Notify supervisor of clothing needs.
• Change bed linens; follow infection control guidelines.
• Feed residents needing help and document intake.
• Deliver snacks and supplements; ensure hydration as per care plan.
• Review daily nursing needs per care plan or nurse managers.
• Record vital signs and intake/output as directed.
• Report changes in residents' conditions to supervisor.
• Participate in in-services and staff meetings.
• Adhere to Residents' Rights guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Compassionate care

Education

Nursing Assistant Training & Certification

Job description

Morganfield Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant for the night shift (7 PM–7 AM). You will provide direct resident care, assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and document care per the care plan.

Ensure resident comfort, safety, and dignity during your shift. Responsibilities include responding to call lights, assisting with mobility, and reporting changes to nursing staff.