PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

ClearView Healthcare Management; McMinnville (TN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Branch in McMinnville, TN is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for PRN shifts. CNAs provide resident hygiene, daily living support, and mobility assistance, while documenting vitals and changes for nursing staff. A current state CNA certification is required, with preference for 1+ year in long-term care.

Knowledge of MatrixCare is a plus. The role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork with nurses, and reporting changes promptly.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as CNA in long-term care preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a current state CNA certification.
• MatrixCare knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend to residents’ needs including bathing, feeding, dressing, and ambulating.
• Take and record vital signs; assist lifting, moving and transporting residents using proper body mechanics.
• Recognize and report changes in resident conditions to a nurse manager.
• Communicate effectively with residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.
• Report abnormal changes to nursing staff.
• Assist the nurse with various duties as directed.

Skills

Resident care tasks

Vital signs

Observation & reporting

Communication

Nurse collaboration

Mobility assistance

Education

CNA certification (state)

Job description

Shift Type: PRN CNA

Welcome to Willow Branch! Here, you’re more than just a team member—you’re family! From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll feel the warmth, support, and genuine appreciation that make Willow Branch such a special place to work. Voted 2026 Best of the Best in Warren County, we're proud to provide award-winning care and an exceptional workplace for our team.

Join our amazing team and experience a workplace where your growth matters, your compassion shines, and every day brings opportunities to create meaningful moments with our wonderful residents. At Willow Branch, you’ll find more than a job; you’ll find purpose, connection, and a truly rewarding career.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are responsible for the following:

• Attend to the individual needs of residents, including bathing, feeding, dressing, and ambulating.


• Responsible for taking and recording patient vital signs lifting, moving and transporting residents, using proper body mechanics.


• Recognizing and reporting changes in resident conditions to a nurse management. Asking appropriate questions to clarify situations.


• Communicate and interact effectively and tactfully with the residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.


• Reporting abnormal changes or patterns to nursing staff.


• Demonstrating the ability to assist the nurse with various duties as directed.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Requirements:

• At least one year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a Long Term Care setting is highly preferred.


• Must possess and maintain a current state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).


• Knowledge of MatrixCare preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.