Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA

Overview

Community: Hickory Gardens by Americare Senior Living

Community Type: Assisted Living

Location: Madison, TN

Shifts Available: 1st shift

Employment Type: Full time

Pay: $16 to $16.50 hourly

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Americare is more than just a workplace—it's a Senior Living Organization with a supportive and uplifting environment that makes a difference in seniors’ lives daily. We are certified as a Great Place to Work and named a top provider by U.S. News & World Report.

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Our RISING Team Values guide everything we do:
Respect
• Integrity
• Servant Heart
• Inspire
• Nurture
• Growth. Americare communities are family environments where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture. We have been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report.

Why Join Americare?

• Impactful Work: You can make a difference every day, support residents, and help put smiles on their faces.
• Supportive Community: Be part of a compassionate team that values teamwork and respect.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance professionally and personally.
• Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment with lasting connections.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options.

What we offer:

• Recognition and Appreciation: Meaningful shout outs and recognition.
• Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO plan.
• Daily Access to Wages: Access pay when you need it.
• Complimentary Meals: Free meals while you work.
• Tuition Assistance: Support for educational pursuits.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, and more.
• Earn More: Competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k): Company contributions.

Take the next step in your career at Americare Senior Living and make a difference today!

Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to provide high-quality, resident-centered care in a safe, home-like environment. In this role, you’ll make a meaningful impact by supporting residents with daily living activities while ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being.

Summary

The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) provides direct physical and emotional care to residents in accordance with individualized care plans, state regulations, and Americare standards. This role is a vital part of the interdisciplinary care team and helps ensure residents feel safe, respected, and supported each day.

This role may also be known as:
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Nurse Aide, Nursing Assistant, or Caregiver.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide direct physical and emotional care to residents, including personal hygiene, transferring, and lifting
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and meal support
• Accurately observe, document, and report resident care, conditions, and concerns
• Communicate effectively during shift handoffs with oncoming and outgoing staff
• Follow resident care plans and maintain a safe, respectful living environment
• Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas
• Greet visitors, answer phone calls, and assist with tours as needed
• Maintain resident confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines

What You Bring

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active CNA certification required

Skills & Abilities

• Compassionate, resident-focused approach to care
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Strong communication and observation skills
• Dependability, professionalism, and attention to detail

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…