GNA- Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Summary


Certified Nursing Assistant I (CNA I) - Household Units (Long-Term Care)


Location: Levindale Hospital, LifeBridge Health - Baltimore, MD



Schedule: Must be able to work every other weekend

Who We Are


At LifeBridge Health, our mission is simple but powerful: To improve the health of people in the communities we serve. Levindale Hospital is a 330-bed post-acute care facility offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and specialty services designed to help patients achieve the highest possible quality of life.


Our innovative Household Model creates a true home-like environment where residents receive personalized, relationship-based care in comfortable neighborhoods designed to promote dignity, independence, and well-being.

Position Summary


The Certified Nursing Assistant I (CNA I) provides safe, compassionate, and resident-centered care while assisting residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and supporting their physical, emotional, and social well-being. Under the direction of licensed nursing staff, the CNA I helps maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment while promoting each resident's highest level of independence.


The Household CNA I plays an important role in creating a home-like atmosphere by developing meaningful relationships with residents and understanding their individual preferences, routines, and care needs.

About Our Household Units


Levindale's Household Units provide long-term care services within a unique resident-centered environment. Each household consists of 14 private resident rooms designed to feel more like a home than a traditional nursing unit.


Features include:

• Private resident bedrooms
• Central kitchen where meals may be prepared daily
• Comfortable living and dining areas
• Family-style environment that encourages resident choice and independence
• Dedicated laundry facilities for resident clothing
• Specialized memory care households for residents living with dementia or cognitive impairment

Households 5 and 6 support residents with dementia and other cognitive challenges. Staff assigned to these units must be attentive to resident safety, understand dementia care principles, and follow secured unit protocols, including badge-access procedures.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and mobility.
• Obtain and record vital signs, weights, intake and output, and other assigned observations.
• Observe residents for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to licensed nursing staff.
• Assist residents with transfers, ambulation, positioning, and restorative care activities.
• Utilize proper body mechanics and safe patient handling equipment, including Hoyer lifts and specialty beds.
• Promote resident dignity, independence, and quality of life through compassionate care.
• Build positive relationships with residents and become familiar with their individual preferences, routines, and needs.
• Support residents' emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual well-being.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for residents and visitors.
• Assist with meal service and encourage resident participation and choice.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Document care and observations accurately and timely.
• Participate in resident-centered care planning and team communication.
• Adhere to all regulatory, organizational, and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Experience

• Less than one year of healthcare experience required.
• Previous long-term care, rehabilitation, or healthcare experience preferred.

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant I (CNA I) certification required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic computer skills and familiarity with standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to safely utilize medical equipment, including Hoyer lifts and specialty beds.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Completion of annual nursing skills requirements and HealthStream education assignments.

Why Join Levindale?

Resident-Centered Care

• Work in a unique Household Model designed around dignity, independence, and personalized care.
• Develop meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Be part of a team dedicated to enhancing quality of life for older adults.

Professional Growth

• Paid training and orientation.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Career advancement pathways within LifeBridge Health.

Competitive Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Shift differentials where applicable.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Employee Wellness Programs.
• Free On-Site Parking.

Additional Information

Who We Are:


LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.



What We Offer:


Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.


Growth : Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.


Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support - improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.


Benefits : Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.



Why LifeBridge Health?


With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.


Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.


LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.