SRNA

Description

Lexington Country Place is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our nursing home team. The CNA reports directly to the Director of Nursing and is responsible for providing direct resident care and assisting residents with activities of daily living while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence. The ideal candidate is resident‑focused, attentive to residents’ needs, and committed to delivering exceptional long‑term care.

This role includes providing hands‑on care, physical and emotional support while maintaining a safe, comfortable home‑like environment.

• 7am-7pm; every other weekend required
• 7pm-7am; every other weekend required
• PRN shifts available

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral hygiene.
• Help residents with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and positioning using proper safety techniques.
• Monitor and record vital signs, weights, food intake, output, and other resident information as directed.
• Observe residents for changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition and report concerns to licensed nursing staff.
• Assist residents with meals and hydration, including feeding assistance when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents.
• Answer call lights promptly and respond to resident requests with courtesy and professionalism.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and encouragement to residents and their families.
• Follow infection control, safety, HIPAA, and facility policies and procedures.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of care provided.

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
• Ability to safely lift, transfer, and assist residents according to facility guidelines.
• Compassionate, reliable, and resident-centered approach to care.

• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility, long‑term care center, or assisted living community.
• CPR certification.
• Experience caring for elderly residents, including those with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition residents with or without assistance devices.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed.

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Retirement plan options

This position works in a skilled nursing and long‑term care environment, providing hands‑on care to elderly residents while supporting their physical, emotional, and social well‑being.