Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Description

Job Description

Pavilion of South Shore is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their team! The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) helps patients/residents with comprehensive and personalized health care needs under the supervision of a nurse. The CNA assists patients/residents with activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, toileting and exercising. At this facility, this is a collectively bargained position under the union.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to join the Pavilion Healthcare team and make a real difference in the lives of others. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with us at a Pavilion Center.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Director of Nursing or CNA Supervisor, the CNAs work closely with the nursing staff to ensure coordination of patient care. 

• Provides physical support for patients/resident’s daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring to/from bed, toileting, walking, standing, or exercising. 

• Turns and repositions bedridden patients. 

• Ensures proper resident/patient diet based on their dietary restrictions. 

• Measures and records food and liquid intake.

• Examines patients for open wounds, bruises, or blood in urine.

• Notes and communicates patient/resident behavior and changes in mood.

• Gathers medical supplies. 

• Cleans rooms and bed linens. 

• Checks and records vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate under the supervision of a licensed nurse. 

• Answers to patient calls and needs. 

• May aide patients being transported to and from appointments. 

• All other duties, as assigned.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Skills and Abilities:

• Good collaboration and teamwork skills with the nursing staff.

• Familiarity with symptoms and signs of improvement for a number of medical conditions. 

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.   

• Meets all health requirements, as required by law.   

• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.   

• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications.  

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• State Certified Nursing Assistant License/Certification.  

• Current CPR certificate or become certified within 90 days of employment, preferred. Some facilities may require this.

Physical Requirements: 

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.

• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.

• Must be able to push, pull move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet 

• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations 

Pavilion Healthcare Full-Time Benefits:

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation

• Medical Insurance

• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Discount Program

• Innovative Training Programs

• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement

• Paid Time Off

• And much more!

Why Pavilion?

At Pavilion Healthcare, people come first—those we care for and those who make that care possible. We’re a team that listens, supports, and grows together, united by a passion for making a difference every day. From your first day forward, you’ll feel the impact of a culture built on respect, belonging, and continuous growth. With hands-on training, real mentorship, and opportunities to advance, we empower you to thrive because when you grow, so does the care we deliver. Join Pavilion and be part of something meaningful.

Apply to join a growing team today!

Pavilion Healthcare provides long and short-term skilled nursing care. At Pavilion, we are committed to personalized, integrated care that factors in the total well-being of every guest and their family members, and that does not just meet, but exceeds, their expectations. As part of this empathetic, respectful culture of care, we are dedicated to meeting individual preferences and needs in order to help each guest feel at home and achieve an optimal health outcome – our number one goal.

We don’t just offer care for you – we care about you.

Pavilion Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.