Nursing Assistant

Your Role as the Nursing Assistant

Assisted Living | Non-Certified – Training Provided

As a Nursing Assistant in our Assisted Living community, you'll have one of the most direct impacts on our residents' daily lives. You'll support residents' physical and emotional well-being by assisting with activities of daily living while helping create a warm, respectful, and home-like environment.

You'll be supported by a caring team of caregivers and leaders who are committed to Americare's culture of recognition and Hometown Hospitality™ . This role is ideal for someone who has a heart for service and wants to begin a rewarding career in senior care — no certification required; we will train .

Summary

The Nursing Assistant provides direct personal care and support to residents under the direction of licensed staff and community leadership. This role focuses on assisting with daily living activities, promoting dignity and comfort, and serving as a positive ambassador to residents, families, and visitors.

This role may also be known as:

Nursing Assistant, Caregiver, Resident Care Assistant, or Personal Care Assistant.

What You'll Do

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, meals, and mobility
• Support residents' emotional well-being through compassionate interaction and companionship
• Observe and report changes in resident condition to care team members
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and home-like living environment
• Provide courteous support to residents, families, and visitors
• Work collaboratively with caregivers, nurses, and community leadership
• Maintain professional behavior and represent your community positively
• Follow resident care plans and comply with state and federal guidelines

What You Bring

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Willingness to complete training and learn new skills

Experience

• No certification or prior healthcare experience required
• On-the-job training provided
• Interest in future certification or career growth in senior care is a plus

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
• Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs. , including resident mobility assistance
• Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Safety Requirements

• Follow proper resident care procedures, including two-person lifts when required
• Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens
• Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
• Participate in company drug testing procedures

Work Environment

This role is performed in an indoor Assisted Living environment focused on comfort, routine, and resident independence. Duties may include supporting residents during activities and daily routines.

Join Americare Senior Living and start a meaningful career where compassion matters and training is provided. Bring your heart — we'll help you build the skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

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