Job Description

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Reports To: Licensed Nurse / Nursing Supervisor

Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate, hands-on care and support to patients under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. CNAs assist with daily living activities, monitor patient health, and ensure comfort, safety, and dignity in long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, rehabilitation centers, and home health environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist patients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.

  • Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) and report changes to supervising nurse.

  • Provide mobility support, including safe transfers, repositioning, and ambulation.

  • Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and rehabilitation exercises.

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.

  • Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration as required.

  • Provide companionship, comfort, and emotional support to patients and families.

  • Accurately document care provided and comply with facility, company, and HIPAA standards.

  • Follow infection control and safety protocols to protect patients and staff.

Qualifications

  • Active Florida CNA license in good standing.

  • Current CPR and First Aid certification.

  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray (per state requirements).

  • Level II background screening (per Florida Agency for Health Care Administration).

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

  • Compassionate, dependable, and committed to high-quality patient care.

Working Conditions

  • Work performed in healthcare facilities, rehabilitation centers, assisted living communities, or patient homes.

  • Requires frequent walking, standing, and physical activity, including patient handling.

  • Flexible scheduling available (day, evening, overnight, weekends, and holidays).