Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Facility: Medilodge of Alpena
CNA Starting Wages: $24.40 - $33.21 per Hour

Whether you're a newly Certified Nursing Assistant or experienced, we invite you to apply and be part of a team that truly values your contribution. We offer leading market wages and are committed to fostering a workplace where growth, teamwork, and patient-centered care are at the forefront. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.

Why Medilodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus : We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• The American Health Care Association recognizes Medilodge of Alpena as a 2024 Bronze Award recipient!
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Compensation?

• NEW Starting Wages: $24.40 - $33.21 per Hour
• Wage Calculation is based on experience, shift, a $3.40/hr Michigan Direct Care Incentive, $2.00/hr Perfect Attendance Bonus and a $4.00/hr weekend warrior program
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits : Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits : Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Specialty Benefits: Reimbursement options for childcare, transportation, and a non-perishable food program for eligible employees.
• Benefits Concierge : Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance : Three options available
• Education Assistance : Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses .

Start rewarding and stable career with Medilodge today!

Summary: 
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) under supervision, provides basic nursing assistance and assists residents with daily living activities.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

  Licenses/Certification:  

• Valid certification as a CNA in the state of employment.

Experience: 

• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred. 

Job Functions:

• Answers signal lights and bells to determine resident needs.
• Assists residents with grooming, oral hygiene, bathing, hair, and incontinence care.
• Obtains food trays and assists residents with feeding.
• Assists residents with range of motion exercises, and movement to wheelchair or activity areas.
• Assists resident with turning and positioning in bed.,
• Assists resident with ambulation for short distance in facility.
• Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output, as directed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff.