Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Long-Term Care (LTC) – Night Shift
Location: Palmer, AK
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 20 Weeks
Shift: Night Shift, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 guaranteed hours/week; every other weekend as needed
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: No
Pay Rate
Local: $21.00 – $26.00/hr (Based on Experience)
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to provide quality resident care in a skilled nursing facility. CNAs will assist residents with daily living activities, personal hygiene, mobility, and other essential care needs while maintaining their comfort, dignity, and safety.
Required Qualifications
Valid Alaska CNA certification or credential required before the start date. Temporary CNA certifications are not accepted.
Must meet the facility's stated Alaska compact-related credential or eligibility requirement before starting. Confirm the exact requirement with the recruiter.
Knowledge of basic resident care and activities of daily living.
Ability to assist residents with personal care, transfers, and mobility.
Ability to work 12-hour night shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Availability to work 36 guaranteed hours per week and every other weekend as needed.
Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow facility policies, infection control standards, and resident safety procedures.
Previous experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
Must be available for an additional facility interview.
Responsibilities
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Help residents with transfers, ambulation, and mobility.
Assist residents with feeding, hydration, and positioning.
Monitor residents and report changes in their condition to nursing staff.
Measure and record vital signs as assigned.
Respond promptly to call lights and resident requests.
Maintain resident comfort, hygiene, and personal dignity.
Keep resident rooms and common areas clean and safe.
Document care provided according to facility procedures.
Follow infection control standards and resident safety protocols.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.