Nursing Assistant CNA NAC HCA NAR

Era Living, LLC; Mercer Island (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Resident Assistants to join their Community Health team. This full-time role involves providing essential personal care services to older adults in a supportive living environment, ensuring their dignity and independence. The position offers a competitive compensation package, including a generous benefits plan and a $1000 new hire bonus. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors and will be equipped with the necessary certifications. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of residents, and enjoy a rewarding career in a nurturing community.

Benefits

Medical/vision/prescription drug plan

Dental plan

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Progressive vacation package

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity bonuses

Employee discount programs

Discounted ORCA commuter pass

Qualifications

• Must have CNA or Home Care Aide Certification; CPR certification required.
• Experience with seniors preferred; must complete training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services to residents in licensed apartments.
• Assist residents with self-medications and communicate effectively.

Skills

Personal care

Effective communication

Time management

English proficiency

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant or Home Care Aide Certification

Current first aid and CPR certification

Dementia and Mental Health training

Tools

Medication Technician certification

Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

$22.50 - $26 per hour | $1000 New Hire Bonus | Great Benefits! Free Meals!

Era Living is seeking full time Resident Assistants to become the newest members of our Community Health team located in our Aljoya Mercer Island Community, Mercer Island, WA. Available shifts will be scheduled 06:00am to 02:30pm, Thursday - Sunday.

Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical/vision/prescription drug plan
• Dental plan
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
• Progressive vacation package starting at 7 days per year
• 8 paid holidays per year; double pay for holidays worked
• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity bonuses
• Employee discount programs
• Discounted ORCA commuter pass

Primary Responsibilities:

The Resident Assistant carries out the concepts of Assisted Living, ensuring resident choice, independence, privacy, respect, and dignity in all interactions. Resident Assistants provide personal care services and exceptional clinical observation of residents living in licensed apartments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, transferring, toileting, and feeding) to all residents living in licensed apartments.
• Communicate effectively with persons with cognitive impairment and mental health issues.
• Assist residents with their self-medications as required.
• Provide simple housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up the apartment and bathroom, and emptying trash per protocol.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to provide all aspects of personal care to older adults at all functional levels.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to schedule tasks effectively to meet strict deadlines and within allotted time.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to pass DSHS and State background check, required.

Education and Experience:

• Certified Nursing Assistant or Home Care Aide Certification required; Registered Nursing Assistant Certification acceptable with proof of graduation from Era Living approved school, a copy of NAR license, and on condition that CNA license is earned within 120 days of hire.
• Must complete Dementia and Mental Health training within 90 days of hire.
• Current first aid and CPR certification, required.
• Possess Medication Technician certification or able to obtain within 30 days of hire, as required by community.
• Food Handler’s Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire.
• Two (2) years’ experience working with seniors preferred.
• One (1) year experience caregiving preferred.

About Era Living:

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values-based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application!

Era Living was voted “2024 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.