Nursing Assistant Day Shift

Sonida Senior Living; Wisconsin Rapids (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day one

Paid training

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Referral programs

Education and development

Job summary

The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids, part of Sonida Senior Living, is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Day Shift to provide compassionate care and support to residents. The role starts at $18.00/hour, with higher wages possible based on experience and certifications.

You’ll help residents with daily living activities and participate in paid training in a supportive team environment. The Waterford offers modern technology to aid care, PTO from day one, and opportunities for education and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in nursing or senior living settings is preferred.
• Relevant certifications are a plus.
• Reliable attendance and commitment to scheduled shifts.
• Compassionate and respectful approach to working with older adults.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate assistance with activities of daily living while promoting resident independence.
• Assist with medications, treatments, and other care as permitted by regulations and training.
• Escort and assist residents throughout the community and outside as needed.
• Assist with meal setup, service, and cleanup.
• Support and participate in resident activities and programs.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families.
• Observe and communicate changes in resident condition to the care team.
• Work collaboratively with other care team members.
• Treat every resident with dignity, respect, compassion, and patience.

Skills

Compassionate care

Dependable

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Nursing Assistant – Day Shift

The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids | Sonida Senior Living

Find your joy here at The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids!

Are you looking for a rewarding career where the work you do truly matters? Join our team at The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids, where you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents while helping them live safely, comfortably, and as independently as possible.

We’re currently hiring a Nursing Assistant for our Day Shift:

6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Starting Pay: $18.00/hour and up

Our recently updated wage scale starts at $18.00/hour for candidates with no prior experience, with opportunities for higher starting wages based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications. We recognize that experience matters. If you bring caregiving, senior living, healthcare, or other relevant certifications and experience, your starting wage may be higher.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Sonida Senior Living, we believe caring for others starts with taking care of our team members. We offer:

• Competitive pay with our newly updated wage scale
• PTO available from day one
• Paid training
• Opportunities for education and professional development
• Medical, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance*
• 401(k) retirement savings with a discretionary company match determined annually based on company performance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Team Member and Resident referral programs
• Cutting-edge technology designed to make your job easier and improve resident care

Technology That Supports You

We invest in technology that helps our team spend more time caring for residents and less time dealing with unnecessary paperwork.

SafelyYou – AI-powered video technology designed to detect and help prevent falls.

Advanced EHR Technology – Automated care assessments help reduce busy work and allow you to focus more on providing quality care.

Sage – Helps improve call-light response times and overall service and care.

Microsoft Power BI – Provides easy access to important information and data to help our team make informed decisions.

What You’ll Do

As a Nursing Assistant, you’ll be an important part of our residents’ daily lives. You’ll help provide compassionate care while encouraging independence, dignity, and choice.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing compassionate assistance with activities of daily living while promoting resident independence
• Assisting with medications, treatments, and other care as permitted by applicable regulations and training
• Escorting and assisting residents throughout the community and outside as needed
• Assisting with meal setup, service, and cleanup
• Supporting and participating in resident activities and programs
• Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Observing and communicating changes in resident condition or needs to the appropriate team members
• Working collaboratively with other members of the care team
• Treating every resident with dignity, respect, compassion, and patience

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for dependable, compassionate individuals who enjoy helping others and want to make a difference in the lives of older adults.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous experience in nursing, senior living, assisted living, memory care, home health, or a similar setting preferred
• Relevant certifications are a plus
• Reliable attendance and commitment to scheduled shifts
• Compassionate and respectful approach to working with older adults
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and grow

New to senior living or healthcare? That's okay! We provide paid training and are willing to help the right person develop the skills needed to succeed.

Start Your Day Making a Difference

There’s something special about starting your day knowing that your work will make a difference in someone else’s life.

At The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids

you won’t just be filling a position—you’ll be part of a team that helps residents feel safe, valued, connected, and at home.

If you’re dependable, compassionate, and looking for a meaningful career with a team that supports your growth, we’d love to meet you!

Apply today and find your joy at The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids.

• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.