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CNA/Medtech

Brookridge Retirement Community, Albemarle, NC, United States


Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Do you have a passion for helping people thrive in a team environment and want to make a difference all while advancing your skills? If this sounds like you, let's talk! Our center's success is dependent on our dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) delivering compassionate care to our patients.
Our Albemarle, NC Assisted Living Community--Taylor House has a spot available on 3rd shift 6:30pm-7am and one spot on first shift 6:30am-7pm. We are willing to entertain applicants who do not currently have their MedTech certification but is willing to obtain shortly after hire.
Responsibilities

Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks etc.)
Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises
Complete client's shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary
Qualifications

Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation every single day
Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
Supportive and compassionate
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be a Certified CNA and can be located on the NC Nurse Aid Registry
Must be a Certified Medtech and can be located on the NC Nurse Aid Registry
Take pride in providing high quality care
Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.