Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Description

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant - Avalon Senior Living

Schedule: Full Time and Part Time, 12 hour shifts

Location: Indianapolis, IN 46237

At Avalon Senior Living we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care that enriches the lives of our residents. Our team creates a welcoming environment where residents feel at home, supported, and valued. Join us and make a difference in the lives of seniors every day!

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team. As a CNA, you will provide essential care and support to residents, assisting them with activities of daily living and promoting their comfort and well-being.

Essential Duties:

• Provide residents' care (i.e., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) daily and as needed
• Change bed linen and regularly maintain appropriate grooming supplies in the resident's room
• Ambulate and transfer residents, utilizing appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics
• Record resident vital signs, weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information, as assigned
• Routinely turn and position residents as necessary. Preparing each resident's room with necessary items such as blankets, pillows, medical equipment, and toiletries
• Ensure a report has been given regarding his/her residents at the beginning of each shift
• Respond to call lights/buzzers promptly and courteously, considering each light an emergency until answered
• Seek assistance from the charge nurse when unsure of an assignment, procedure, or situation
• Provide care that protects and promotes resident rights, dignity, privacy, confidentiality, and active participation
• Offer and respect resident choices and handle all resident property with respect
• Refer to residents by proper names unless the resident requests otherwise, avoid the use of all pet names
• Observe and immediately report to Charge Nurse, ADON or DON unusual occurrences, significant changes in resident's physical or behavioral condition, patterns of decreased social interaction, angry or sad behaviors, and refusals of treatment

Work Experience Requirements:

• Certified Nurses Aide License and current CPR certification
• Prior experience giving personal care to individuals in a health care setting preferred
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Work independently, maintain confidentiality and professionalism, and be a positive leader
• Demonstrate practical interpersonal skills as well as sound judgment and good decision-making skills
• Maintain good working relationships with residents and co-workers
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 pounds and bend, twist, stoop, kneel, and reach and sit for long periods
• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned

What We Offer:

• We offer On-Demand Pay so you can access wages you've already earned between paydays. Perfect for unexpected expenses!
• Competitive salary
• 401(k) retirement plan (available to both full-time and part-time employees)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive, inclusive work environment where you can make a meaningful impact
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits for eligible full-time employees
• The opportunity to be part of a growing, vibrant company

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Location
Avalon

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


This position is currently accepting applications.