Resident Care Associate (CNA) – Evening/Night Shifts

Commonwealth Senior Living; Riner (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company‑paid life insurance

Short‑/long‑term disability options

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living is seeking a Resident Care Associate to support seniors in Assisted Living and Memory Care. Responsibilities include assisting with daily tasks, mobility, and care plans, documenting care, and maintaining a compassionate, safe environment.

This full-time role offers benefits and requires certification readiness, flexibility, and strong teamwork to uphold residents' dignity and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Direct-Care, PCA, or CNA certification required.
• Ability to fulfill both the physical and emotional needs of residents.
• Direct-Care or other state specific certification required, or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain according to company policy.
• Upholds resident confidentiality.
• Flexible availability, including weekends, to ensure resident care and services.
• Demonstrates sincere compassion and genuine concern for the well‑being of seniors and their families.
• Proficient in using basic office equipment, including personal computers, to maintain high job performance.

Responsibilities

• Directly assist residents with daily tasks, maintaining communication with the Resident Care Director regarding care provision and resident condition changes.
• Aid residents with mobility, utilizing proper techniques and equipment to prevent accidents.
• Make routine resident care rounds to ensure the needs of each resident are being met in accordance with their individualized care plan.
• Assist with lifts, moves, and transport, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention.
• Performs care that maintains each resident’s skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears and other damage by changing incontinent residents.
• Document daily care activities in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards.
• Report any resident issues or concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• Respond promptly and courteously to inquiries from residents, visitors, and staff, adhering to established policies.
• Familiarize oneself with residents' individualized care plans and provide support accordingly.
• Contribute insights to the care planning process by sharing observations of residents' needs and preferences.
• Interact respectfully and effectively with residents, families, visitors, peers, and supervisors to foster a homelike environment.
• Offer physical, emotional, and psychosocial support to residents and their families.
• Adhere to residents' rights, promptly reporting any incidents or evidence of abuse or rights violations.
• Implement safety and infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene and care techniques to prevent skin damage.
• Maintain a safe working environment through accident prevention and adherence to safety protocols.
• Attend all required training sessions, in‑service programs, and staff meetings.
• Maintain regular community with the Resident Care Director.
• Fulfill any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct-Care / PCA / CNA certification

Empathy for residents

Certification readiness or willingness

CPR and First Aid certification

Confidentiality

Flexible weekend availability

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living is seeking a Resident Care Associate to support seniors in Assisted Living and Memory Care. Responsibilities include assisting with daily tasks, mobility, and care plans, documenting care, and maintaining a compassionate, safe environment.

This full-time role offers benefits and requires certification readiness, flexibility, and strong teamwork to uphold residents' dignity and quality of life.