Description

The CNA is expected to uphold safety standards, document care accurately, and collaborate with the care team throughout resident admissions, transfers and discharges.

• Assist residents with activities of daily living such as ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Follow resident care plans and support hydration, nutrition, elimination, exercise, and other specialized care under nurse direction.
• Report changes in resident condition (behavior, mood, activity level, appetite, vitals, etc.) to nursing staff.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and supervisors to meet psychosocial needs.
• Uphold resident rights and maintain a clean, safe environment complying with infection control and universal precautions.
• Clean bodily fluid spills promptly and ensure safe transfer of residents using call lights and assistance.
• Set up and break down meals daily and respond promptly to resident call lights.
• Participate in admission, transfer, and discharge procedures and transport residents to activities.
• Document required data accurately and timely using appropriate forms.
• Identify safety hazards or emergencies and take immediate corrective action.
• Follow dress code, maintain personal hygiene, and adhere to the Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct.
• Work reliably, arrive on time for scheduled shifts, and maintain consistent attendance.
• Contribute to a positive, healthy, and safe work environment and support team collaboration.
• Attend required in‑service training to maintain DCW Registry eligibility and current certification.
• Greet residents warmly by name with a smile and treat everyone with courteous respect.
• Anticipate resident needs, listen actively, and respond enthusiastically and promptly.
• Hold oneself and colleagues accountable, maintain professionalism in conduct and appearance.

Requirements

The Certified Nursing Assistant supports licensed nursing staff by delivering direct resident care and ensuring a clean, safe environment, following established policies and the direction of the registered nurse and administrator.

Candidates must graduate from a certified 75‑hour nursing assistant program, be listed on the Iowa Nurse Aide Registry, and hold a current Oral Medication Technician certification; one year of experience is preferred. If you are an enthusiastic, compassionate senior‑care professional who values hospitality and resident engagement, please apply. Cottage Grove Place is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Benefits

Cottage Grove Place is seeking a part‑time Certified Nursing Assistant for its Health Center. The position offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $22.00 to $25.50, paid vacation, sick leave, personal time off, and a benefits package that includes 403(b) matching, health, dental and vision coverage for full‑time employees.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance