Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Join our dynamic care team at Southbridge Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, an esteemed facility committed to providing exceptional patient care and customer service. As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to our residents.

Weekly pay ranging from $21 to $26 an hour, depending on shift. Evenings, overnights, and weekends come with shift differentials.

Experience & Education:

• Must have an active and unencumbered CNA license in Massachusetts or be in the process of obtaining one
• New graduates welcome

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident
• Participate in planning and following current resident care plan on all residents under your care
• Complete resident assignments effectively and promptly
• Observe changes in resident conditions and promptly report them
• Document accurately and completely
• Meet personal grooming needs for each resident
• Promptly answer call lights and assure that all are placed within reach of the resident
• Assure the resident care areas are left clean and in an orderly manner
• Maintain accurate methods of identification for residents
• Demonstrate correct safety techniques in accord with orientation and training processes of Athena and your specific job description
• Other duties assigned by manager

Specific Requirements:

• Must have knowledge of restorative nursing and rehabilitation policies and utilize appropriately
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices
• Must be able to communicate effectively with appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations

What we offer:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).