Resident Care Associate (CNA) — Night/Evening Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

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 (RCA) to assist residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care, following individualized care plans and documenting services. This full-time role supports dignity and quality of life through compassionate care and teamwork.

The position involves shifts such as 11pm-7am or 3pm-11pm, with a Walk‑In‑Wednesday recruitment event at 10am-12pm each week for on-site interviews in Radford, VA.

Qualifications

• Direct‑Care, PCA, or CNA certification required
• Ability to fulfill both the physical and emotional needs of residents
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
• Upholds resident confidentiality
• Flexible availability, including weekends
• Demonstrates sincere compassion and genuine concern for seniors

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 met in accordance with their care plan.
• Assist with lifts, moves, and transport using proper body mechanics.
• Perform care to maintain residents’ skin integrity and change incontinent residents as needed.
• Document daily care activities in accordance with policy and standards.
• Report resident issues promptly to the supervisor.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from residents, visitors, staff.
• Familiarize with residents' care plans and provide support accordingly.
• Contribute insights to the care planning process by sharing observations.
• Interact respectfully with residents, families, visitors, peers, and supervisors.
• Offer physical, emotional, and psychosocial support to residents and families.
• Adhere to residents' rights and report any incidents.
• Implement safety and infection control procedures.
• Attend required training and staff meetings.
• Maintain regular communication with the Resident Care Director.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct-Care certification

PCA certification

CNA certification

Education

CNA certification

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living is seeking a Resident Care Associate (RCA) to assist residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care, following individualized care plans and documenting services. This full-time role supports dignity and quality of life through compassionate care and teamwork.

The position involves shifts such as 11pm-7am or 3pm-11pm, with a Walk‑In‑Wednesday recruitment event at 10am-12pm each week for on-site interviews in Radford, VA.