What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant position at The Indigo at Elmhurst?
Certified Nursing Assistant
We are seeking a caring and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our senior living community. The CNA provides personal care, support with daily living activities, and assistance to residents in alignment with their Individualized Service Plans (ISP). This role functions under the supervision of the Healthcare Coordinator.
Previous experience working with Memory Care residents in a Senior Living community is required.
What You’ll Do
- Take and record vital signs; report changes in condition to supervising nurse.
- Assist residents with daily living needs including hygiene, dressing, mobility, meals, and medication reminders.
- Support safe transfers, positioning, and ambulation.
- Maintain a clean and safe living environment for residents.
- Prepare and submit progress notes in a timely manner.
- Encourage resident engagement and participation in activities.
- Follow infection control, HIPAA, and community policies.
- Attend required in-service trainings and staff meetings.
What We’re Looking For
- Active CNA certification required.
- High school diploma or GED.
- CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
- Minimum 6 months of caregiving experience, preferably with seniors.
- Compassionate, professional, and able to handle emotionally charged situations.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, and assist with resident mobility.
- Comfort using basic technology for documentation.
The Perks That Matter:
- Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Paid time off and flexible hours
- Employee assistance program and on-demand pay
- Career growth in a fast-growing company
About Jaybird Senior Living
We provide seniors with the exceptional care they deserve, in an extraordinary living environment. Our communities offer seniors the freedom to enjoy each day as they see fit, with the right level of care and support; helping them approach life with renewed confidence and purpose.
Since 2004, we’ve created a culture where our staff can innovate and grow — while our residents thrive and their families enjoy peace of mind.
The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Minnesota, the following information may not apply. The base range represents the low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, we provide a variety of benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), Flexible hours for better work-life balance, Employee assistance program, on-demand pay.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.