Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA

Overview

Why You’ll Love Working Here – Join a small community with an excellent resident to staff ratio.

Community: North Point

Community Type: Skilled Nursing

Location: Iola, KS

Shifts Available: Days / Nights

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: Starting at $17/hour

Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to provide essential, hands-on care to residents in our skilled nursing community. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting residents’ physical, emotional, and daily care needs while helping maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.

This Position May Also Be Known As – Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Nurse Aide, Nursing Assistant, or Caregiver, depending on experience and certification.

The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) provides direct personal care and support to residents in accordance with individualized care plans, state regulations, and Americare standards. This role works closely with nursing and therapy teams to ensure residents receive high-quality, respectful, and person-centered care.

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Assist with transfers, lifting, repositioning, and mobility as needed
• Observe, document, and report changes in resident condition and care provided
• Support restorative nursing and therapy activities as directed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and homelike environment for residents
• Report accidents, incidents, or concerns involving residents, staff, or visitors
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper lifting techniques and use of required safety equipment

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Valid CNA certification in the state of employment
• Previous experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred, but not required

• Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care
• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team
• Strong communication and observation skills
• Dependable, professional, and safety-focused

• 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 resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

• Adhere to all safety protocols, including two-person lifts and use of mechanical lift equipment
• Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to blood borne pathogens
• Report work-related injuries promptly and complete required documentation

Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by providing compassionate, hands-on care to residents in your local community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Apply today to join Americare Senior Living as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

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Who We Are

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• Integrity
• Servant Heart
• Inspire
• Nurture
• Growth

We are proud to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors, every single day. Americare communities are more than just workplaces—they are family, where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture.

We’ve 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.