Per Diem CNA

Town of Nantucket; Nantucket (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Our Island Home, operated by the Town of Nantucket, is seeking a Per Diem Certified Nursing Assistant to join our compassionate care team on Nantucket Island. You will provide personal care to residents under care plans and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure high-quality resident outcomes.

The position offers $28.00 per hour, per diem scheduling, and non-union employment with an open “Open Until Filled” application deadline.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Massachusetts CNA license active and in good standing.
• Current Adult CPR/AED certification required.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Physical ability to lift/move a minimum of 50 lbs regularly and assist residents with transfers.
• Basic English communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily personal care activities per care plans.
• Support a nurturing, patient-centered environment promoting health and well-being.
• Collaborate with nurses and team members to ensure comprehensive resident care.
• Uphold safety and cleanliness standards per regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Basic English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join Our Compassionate Team at Our Island Home

Position:

Per Diem Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Department:

Our Island Home – Town of Nantucket

Compensation:

$28.00 per hour

Schedule:

Per Diem | Non-Union

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Our Island Home, Nantucket’s town-operated skilled nursing facility, is seeking a Per Diem Certified Nursing Assistant to join our dedicated care team. This role plays a vital part in delivering respectful, dignified, and high-quality personal care to our residents in a safe and compassionate environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily personal care activities in accordance with care plans.
• Support a nurturing, patient-centered environment that promotes health and well-being.
• Collaborate with nurses and other team members to ensure comprehensive resident care.
• Uphold safety and cleanliness standards in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Licensure: Completion of a Massachusetts-approved CNA training program with an active, valid CNA license in good standing.
• Certifications: Current Adult CPR/AED certification required.
• Experience: Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift/move a minimum of 50 lbs regularly.
• Physically capable of assisting residents with mobility and transfers.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, and remain active for extended periods.
• Mental and physical stamina to manage the demands of a healthcare setting.
• Skills: Basic English communication skills required (verbal and written).