CNA AM Shift Full-Time

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – AM Shift

San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation – Bakersfield, CA Full-Time | 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM (7.5-hour shift) Pay Range: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour (Based on Experience)

Join a Team That Truly Cares

San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our Full-Time AM shift team. As a premier 99-bed skilled nursing facility in Bakersfield—conveniently located across from the city's largest hospital—we provide 24-hour personal and clinical care to a diverse resident population.

We are proud to be the first facility in Kern County to implement a Non-Invasive Ventilator Program and continue to lead with innovation, integrity, and compassionate care.

If you are passionate about providing quality, resident-centered care in a supportive and professional environment, we invite you to apply.

Position Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides routine daily nursing care and services to assigned residents in accordance with each resident's individualized care plan and direction from licensed nursing staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and oral hygiene.
• Assist residents with ambulation, repositioning, transfers, and mobility needs.
• Measure and record vital signs (TPRs), weights, and intake/output as directed.
• Respond promptly to call lights and ensure residents' needs are met.
• Assist residents during meals and accurately document food and fluid intake.
• Observe and report any changes in resident condition to the Charge Nurse.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe resident environments.
• Follow infection control, safety, and bloodborne pathogen policies.
• Accurately complete required documentation and charting.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all resident information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Immediately report incidents, injuries, abuse allegations, or safety concerns.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed.
• Follow all facility policies, procedures, and assigned work schedules.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum 10th grade education required.
• Previous skilled nursing facility experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current, active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the State of California.
• CPR certification preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math skills for documentation purposes.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repositioning residents.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and assist with heavier transfers as part of a team.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations, including assisting with evacuation if necessary.

Work Environment

This position operates in a skilled nursing facility environment and may involve exposure to healthcare-related conditions. The noise level is typically low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties as necessary.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.