Caregiver / CNA

Caregiver/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Are you an experienced CNA who is ready to take on a leadership role and make an even greater impact on the lives of residents and your fellow team members? We are looking for a skilled, compassionate, and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to serve as a leader and role model within our senior living community.

In this role, you'll use your experience and expertise to provide exceptional resident care while mentoring other CNAs, supporting care planning, and advocating for residents and their families. This is an opportunity to lead by example while continuing to make a meaningful difference every day.

What's in it for you- Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay - hourly.
• The starting rate is based on experience and qualifications. This position participates in our compensation program, which provides opportunities for future pay growth based on performance and career development.
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%
• Hotel discounts at select Western States Lodging & Management properties

Eligible full-time associates are entitled to the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans plus Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Optional supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and other coverage options.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) and Vacation benefits

What You'll Do

• Provide compassionate, resident-centered care while promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and toileting.
• Assist with ambulation, mobility, transfers, and positioning using proper safety and lifting techniques.
• Take and report vital signs and communicate changes in residents' conditions to licensed nursing staff.
• Assist with medications and basic medical treatments and procedures as permitted by training, certification, and applicable regulations.
• Assist with the development and implementation of individualized resident care plans.
• Provide observations and recommendations regarding residents' needs, preferences, behaviors, and overall well-being.
• Serve as a leader and role model for junior CNAs by providing guidance, mentoring, coaching, and support.
• Provide companionship, socialization, and emotional support to residents.
• Accurately document care provided and resident observations.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment.

What Makes You Successful

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CNA certification and completion of a state-approved CNA training program.
• 3+ years of CNA or related caregiving experience.
• Advanced training or certification in specialized areas of nursing assistance preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in nursing assistance and resident care.
• Advanced understanding of nursing procedures, protocols, and safety practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to effectively delegate tasks and manage priorities.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and support less-experienced team members.
• Compassionate, patient, and resident-focused approach to care.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent walking and standing, as well as regular bending, stooping, sitting, reaching, and other physical movement. Team members must be able to safely use proper body mechanics and lifting techniques to frequently lift up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift up to 100 pounds, and push or pull residents or equipment weighing more than 100 pounds for short durations, with assistance when appropriate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

You Know You're Successful When...

Residents receive exceptional, compassionate care, junior CNAs look to you as a trusted resource, and the nursing team can rely on you to help keep care organized and resident-focused. You anticipate needs, communicate effectively, contribute meaningful insights to care plans, advocate for residents and families, and lead by example through professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and compassion.

Why Join Western States Lodging & Management?

Western States Lodging & Management is a leading property management company with a diverse portfolio that includes nationally recognized hotel brands such as Hilton, Marriott, and IHG, Legacy Senior Living communities, and Nxt multifamily apartment communities throughout the western United States.

Our mission is simple: Serving You Like Family. That commitment extends beyond our guests and residents—it defines how we treat our associates and business partners. We believe that great people build great communities, which is why we invest in our team through meaningful work, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for long-term career growth. At Western States Lodging & Management, we encourage every team member to serve as an Ambassador of our values, a trusted Consultant who brings knowledge and solutions, a Collaborator who builds strong relationships through teamwork, and a Coach who is passionate and empowers others to learn, grow, and succeed.

Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find a workplace where your contributions are valued, your ideas are welcomed, and your potential is supported every step of the way.

Apply today and discover why thousands of associates have chosen Western States as the place to build a meaningful career.