Travel CNA: Compassionate Senior Caregiver

Sweetwater Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a licensed nursing assistant to provide routine nursing care under supervision. The role focuses on maintaining resident well-being and following established policies and procedures to ensure high-quality care.

The CNA will perform rounds, verify resident identification, assist with daily activities, and report concerns to the Charge Nurse or Director of Nurses. Candidates should have compassion, good health, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed certified nursing assistant in good standing.
• Minimum 6 months CNA experience or clinical experience during training.
• Desire to care for ill, aged and infirm.
• English reading, writing and speaking ability required.
• Ability to interact tactfully with residents, families and staff.
• Willingness to work harmoniously with others.
• Must be in good general health and emotionally stable.
• Ability to relate to ill, disabled or elderly residents in varying moods.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties per facility policies and safety rules.
• Make resident rounds at shift start and every two hours to provide care.
• Verify resident identification before care or meals.
• Report missing ID bands to admissions coordinator immediately.
• Make beds and clean bedside and overbed tables.
• Ensure water pitchers are clean, filled and reachable.
• Other related duties as directed by supervisors or administrator.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading/Writing English

Interpersonal skills

Patience and empathy

Emotional stability

Tactful interaction

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant license

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a licensed nursing assistant to provide routine nursing care under supervision. The role focuses on maintaining resident well-being and following established policies and procedures to ensure high-quality care.

The CNA will perform rounds, verify resident identification, assist with daily activities, and report concerns to the Charge Nurse or Director of Nurses. Candidates should have compassion, good health, and strong communication skills.