Lead CNA

Overview

Lead Certified Nursing Assistant (Lead CNA) in a nursing home provides direct resident care while guiding and supporting other CNAs to ensure high-quality care and compliance with facility policies.

Job Title: Lead Certified Nursing Assistant (Lead CNA)

Department: Nursing

Reports To: Charge Nurse/Director of Nursing

Sign-On Bonus: $1,500 Sign-On Bonus Available (conditions apply)

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Shift differentials for evening and night shifts
• Daily pay options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time and part-time staff
• PTO for full-time and part-time employees
• Supportive leadership and positive work culture
• Clean, well-supplied environment
• Comfortable staffing ratios

• Active Arkansas CNA license

The Lead Certified Nursing Assistant (Lead CNA) is responsible for providing compassionate, high-quality care to residents while serving as a leader and mentor to the CNA team. This position assists with daily workflow, ensures resident care is delivered according to care plans, and promotes a safe, respectful, and positive environment for residents, families, and staff.

• Provide direct personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance.
• Monitor residents' physical and emotional well-being and promptly report changes to the licensed nurse.
• Lead and support CNAs during assigned shifts by answering questions, assigning tasks, and ensuring quality care.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and orienting new CNAs.
• Ensure timely completion of resident care and documentation.
• Promote infection prevention and follow all safety protocols.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) while maintaining dignity and independence.
• Take and record vital signs, weights, intake/output, and other observations as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident call lights and emergencies.
• Encourage teamwork and maintain effective communication with nurses, therapists, physicians, residents, and families.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and facility policies.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.
• Participate in shift reports, care conferences, and quality improvement activities as requested.

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the applicable state.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or charge CNA experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification (if required by facility).

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of resident rights and person-centered care.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Compassion, patience, and professionalism when working with elderly residents.

• Ability to lift, transfer, reposition, and assist residents using proper body mechanics and lifting equipment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds (or more with assistance).
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties may be modified based on the needs of the facility.

Be part of a team that values your hard work and provides the tools you need to succeed. At The Springs of Pine Bluff, you ll be appreciated, supported, and empowered every day.

Location: 6301 S Hazel St, Pine Bluff, AR 71603

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