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CNA

$21.5 - $26 per hour

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Full Time

Location: Santa Cruz Post Acute Pay: Starting at $21.50-26.00/hour (DOE) Schedule: Full-Time | Multiple Shifts Available Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package

About Santa Cruz Post Acute

At Santa Cruz Post Acute, we are committed to delivering exceptional, resident-centered care in a compassionate and supportive environment. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for every resident, and our CNAs are at the heart of that missionproviding daily care with dignity, respect, and kindness.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our full-time care team. In this role, you will provide essential hands-on support to residents while collaborating closely with nursing staff to ensure a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Starting pay from $21.50-26.00/hour, depending on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including:
    • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
    • Paid time off and holidays
    • Retirement plan options
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Shift differential opportunities (where applicable)
  • Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

Available Schedules

  • Day, evening, and night shifts available
  • Rotating weekend requirements
  • Opportunities for additional hours

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
  • Deliver compassionate, resident-focused care that promotes independence and dignity
  • Monitor and record vital signs, weights, and other observations
  • Support meal service and ensure proper hydration
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized resident spaces
  • Promptly report changes in resident condition to nursing staff
  • Follow infection control and safety protocols
  • Collaborate with the care team on both clinical and non-clinical tasks

Qualifications

  • Active California CNA certification (required)
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Compassionate, patient, and dependable demeanor
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced care environment
  • Must pass background check and health screening requirements

Why Join Our Team?

  • Competitive pay and advancement opportunities
  • Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture
  • Strong leadership and training programs
  • Meaningful work that makes a real difference every day

EEO- Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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