Long Term Care CNA

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Heritage Grove Estates – The Terraces | Topeka, Kansas Assisted LivingWhy Join The Terraces At Heritage Grove Estates?At The Terraces at Heritage Grove Estates, joining our team means becoming part of a community that values compassionate care, teamwork, and the important contributions our employees make every day.Our Certified Nursing Assistants play an essential role in helping residents maintain their independence, dignity, comfort, and quality of life. As a CNA, you will build meaningful relationships with residents while providing the personalized assistance and support they need to continue living as independently as possible.Supportive, team-oriented work environment Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement Leadership that values and supports staff Meaningful work where you can make a difference every day Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents Experience in a senior living and assisted living environmentPosition OverviewThe Terraces at Heritage Grove Estates is seeking dependable, compassionate, and resident-focused Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our Assisted Living team.As a CNA, you will provide direct assistance to residents with activities of daily living while promoting independence, choice, dignity, safety, and overall well-being.Unlike a traditional clinical environment, assisted living provides an opportunity to develop strong relationships with residents while supporting them in maintaining their independence and daily routines. Our CNAs help create a comfortable, welcoming environment where residents can feel at home while receiving the assistance they need.The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, attentive, and committed to providing exceptional service to seniors.Key ResponsibilitiesResident Care & Activities Of Daily LivingAssist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, toileting, and other personal-care needsAssist residents with mobility, transfers, ambulation, positioning, and other physical needs according to individualized service plansProvide toileting and incontinence assistance while maintaining resident dignity and privacyAssist residents during meals and provide dining assistance as neededEncourage residents to participate in daily activities and maintain the highest practical level of independenceProvide assistance according to each resident's individualized needs, preferences, and established service planRespond promptly and professionally to resident calls and requests for assistanceAssist residents with their daily routines while respecting personal choices and preferencesHelp maintain resident comfort, cleanliness, and safety throughout the shiftResident Observation & CommunicationObserve residents for changes in physical condition, behavior, cognition, mood, mobility, appetite, or overall well-beingPromptly communicate changes or concerns to the appropriate nurse or supervisorObtain and document vital signs or other assigned measurements when appropriateCommunicate resident needs and concerns clearly with other members of the care teamParticipate in shift communication and resident updatesMaintain accurate communication regarding services and assistance providedNotify appropriate leadership when a resident's needs appear to have changed or additional evaluation may be necessaryResident Independence & Quality Of LifeEncourage residents to remain as independent as possible while providing appropriate assistanceSupport resident choice, personal routines, preferences, and individual interestsPromote participation in activities, meals, social opportunities, and community eventsDevelop positive and professional relationships with residentsHelp residents maintain a sense of independence, purpose, and belongingProvide emotional support, companionship, and reassurance when appropriateHelp create a welcoming environment where residents feel comfortable, respected, and genuinely cared forResident Rights & DignityTreat every resident with compassion, dignity, patience, and respectProtect resident privacy and confidentialityRespect resident choices, preferences, personal belongings, and living spacesMaintain appropriate professional boundariesPromote an environment free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, discrimination, and inappropriate treatmentImmediately report concerns regarding resident safety, abuse, neglect, exploitation, or resident rights according to established proceduresMaintain confidentiality of resident informationSafety & Infection PreventionFollow established infection-prevention and control practicesPerform appropriate hand hygiene and utilize personal protective equipment when requiredMaintain clean, organized, and safe resident living areasFollow established transfer, mobility, fall-prevention, and resident-safety proceduresSafely use mechanical lifts and other resident-assistance equipment when trained and appropriateIdentify and report potential safety hazardsImmediately report accidents, incidents, injuries, or changes in resident conditionFollow established emergency procedures and respond appropriately during emergency situationsDocumentation & Service PlansAccurately document resident assistance and services provided according to established proceduresFollow individualized resident service plans and assigned care instructionsComplete required documentation accurately and within established timeframesReport resident refusals, incomplete care, or identified concerns to the appropriate supervisorCommunicate changes that may require review or modification of the resident's service planMaintain appropriate confidentiality of resident records and informationTeamwork & ProfessionalismWork collaboratively with nurses, fellow CNAs, Medication Aides, Activities, Dietary, Housekeeping, and other team membersMaintain dependable attendance and arrive prepared for scheduled shiftsParticipate in required education, training, competencies, and community meetingsDemonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitudeAccept coaching and feedback and demonstrate a willingness to learnAssist coworkers when appropriate to ensure resident needs are metCommunicate respectfully and professionally with residents, families, visitors, and coworkersPerform additional responsibilities within the employee's authorized role as assignedQualificationsActive Kansas Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in good standing, as required for the positionCompassionate and resident-focused approach to senior careAbility to support residents with varying physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsDependable, professional, and team-orientedAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsStrong observation and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to recognize and promptly communicate changes in resident conditionCommitment to resident dignity, independence, safety, privacy, and quality of lifePrevious assisted living, senior living, long-term care, healthcare, or caregiving experience preferredAbility to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodationBenefitsCompetitive compensation401(k) retirement planHealth, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employeesPaid Time Off (PTO)Care Cash ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramSupportive and collaborative work environmentTraining and professional development opportunitiesOpportunities for career advancementGrow With UsAt Heritage Grove Estates, we believe great CNAs can build meaningful and rewarding careers in senior living.Working at The Terraces provides an opportunity to strengthen your caregiving skills while developing meaningful relationships with residents and gaining experience in assisted living.Whether you want to continue growing as a CNA, pursue Medication Aide certification, continue your education toward becoming an LPN or RN, or develop into a future senior-living leader, we want to provide an environment where you can continue learning and growing.About The Terraces At Heritage Grove EstatesThe Terraces at Heritage Grove Estates is part of the Heritage Grove Estates senior living community in Topeka, Kansas, providing an assisted living environment focused on supporting residents while promoting independence, dignity, choice, and