What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) position at Gateway Health Services?
Schedule: Day Shift & Weekend Availability Required
Benefits / Perks
- Flexible scheduling
- Competitive compensation
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Supportive, team-based work environment
- Ongoing training and professional development
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our care team. In this role, you will provide direct support to individuals by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring basic health needs, and promoting safety, dignity, and quality of life. The ideal candidate is patient-centered, dependable, and able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
This position requires availability for day and weekend shifts.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, toileting, and dressing
- Support mobility needs, including transfers, ambulation, and use of assistive devices
- Monitor and document vital signs as assigned
- Observe and report changes in physical condition, behavior, or mood to nursing staff
- Assist with meals, monitor food and fluid intake, and provide feeding assistance when needed
- Support individuals with therapeutic activities as directed by nursing or clinical staff
- Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful living environment
- Follow infection control, safety, and emergency procedures at all times
- Collaborate effectively with nurses, mental health professionals, and other team members
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation per agency policy
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Minnesota
- Current First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- Basic computer and documentation skills
- Ability to follow health, safety, and confidentiality guidelines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and assist with transfers
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Compassionate, respectful, ethical, and client-centered approach to care
Salary : $20 - $27