CNA - Care Specialist

ALL SHIFTS!!!

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care to others? VitaCare Living in Hayward is seeking a dedicated CNA and/or Care Specialist to join our compassionate team of caregivers. We pride ourselves on creating a warm and supportive environment where every team member is valued. You will be responsible for assisting residents with ADLs, cooking, cleaning, activities, and medication administration.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve. We are currently hiring for all shifts. Our Hayward location is hiring for all shifts, full-time, part-time, weekend warrior, and casual positions.

CNAs ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AND ARE PAID A CNA WAGE. MUST BE RELIABLE! CBRF Certified is a plus!

Stop in for an application today!

$17 - $22 hourly DOE

As a Care Specialist/CNA, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Administer Medications: Dispense medications as directed by the Registered Nurse (RN), maintaining an annual error rate of no more than one mistake
• Resident Response: Attend to any and all resident call lights within 10 minutes to ensure responsive and attentive care
• Light Housekeeping: Perform regular light housekeeping in resident rooms at least once weekly to promote a clean and comfortable living space
• Keep each room up to high standards of sanitization by changing bedpans and sheets, and performing regular room cleaning
• Service Charting: Accurately document all services provided without missing tasks, ensuring compliance with company standards
• Assistance with ADLs: Support residents in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) according to each individual’s Client Service Plan, with a zero-tolerance policy for missed tasks
• Give patient support with basic care, daily living activities, bathing, getting dressed, going to the restroom, eating regular meals, and taking proper medication dosages
• Activities: Encourage and initiate activities to enhance residents' mental and physical health and promote socialization

Our best candidates will possess and align with our company's attributes:

• Extreme Ownership: 1-3-1, Own the Mission – takes control of outcomes, removes obstacles to success, no excuses
• Resourcefulness: FITFO – finds ways to achieve results despite a lack of resources, able to self-educate
• Big Why: Who are you here for? – The driving force behind your career is the passionate care for vulnerable adults
• Growth: 1% Better – has habits that lead to small improvements in self and team every day
• Humility: WHAT is right, not WHO is right – puts ego aside, accepts criticism, to find the best solution in all situations
• Reliability: Show up – able to be trusted when needed
• Gratitude: Look for the good – intentionally looks for, thinks about, and talks about the good in any situation
• A compassionate, kind, and empathetic personality is essential, with superb organization and communication skills
• Ability to work every other weekend
• CBRF Certifications or willingness to obtain them during employment
• Current CNA license
• Capable of lifting up to 100 lbs, you may also be required to stoop, bend, reach, and transfer patients up to 250 lbs as needed
• High school diploma or GED is required - some college preferred

VitaCare Living is a community-based residential facility (CBRF) dedicated to adding LIFE to the years of our residents and staff through compassionate, person-centered care. With 17 locations within Wisconsin, we care for over 300 residents in smaller, home-like settings that prioritize community, dignity, and purpose.

Equal Opportunity Employer

VitaCare Living is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

Note: This position is subject to background checks and compliance with all state and federal regulations.