Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) NEW WAGES Starting at $21.40-$28.88 per Hour The American Health Care Association recognizes MediLodge of Alpena as a 2024 Bronze Award recipient MediLodge is also proud to have received the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks Association Are you looking for a rewarding career and a stable company to call home? MediLodge of Alpena not only offers you leading market wages, but a rewarding experience to work with other warm-hearted team members who will support and guide you along your career path. At the end of each day, your professional success and personal fulfilment will be your reward for making a difference in the lives of our residents. Why Choose MediLodge? No matter where you reside or consider relocating to, we are the largest provider of skilled nursing long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services with 50 centers located throughout Michigan. While you contribute to the compassionate care for our residents, we strive to provide support and training for you to achieve your career goals. MediLodge offers U.S. Department of Labor approved apprenticeship programs to prepare non-certified staff to become CNAs and mentor nurses along their clinical career path to become Unit Managers, Assistant Directors of Nursing, and Directors of Nursing. Healthcare and Specialty Benefits: Effective 2024 we are pleased to offer our full-time employees a variety of medical coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Affordable Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits through leading insurance providers to meet your healthcare needs and preferences for you and your family. If you are paid hourly, make less than $25/hr, and are employed with us for 60-days or more, you may choose up to two of the following: Reduced Health Insurance, Childcare Reimbursement, Transportation Reimbursement, or Non-Perishable Food Program We know your pet is family too Three Pet Insurance options available to choose from. We provide an intercompany Employee Benefits Concierge to assist you in navigating and maximizing your benefits, should you have any questions. We offer leading market wages starting at $21.40-$28.88 per hour (based on experience, shift, a $3.40/hr Michigan Direct Care Incentive, $2.00/hr Perfect Attendance Bonus and a $4.00/hr weekend warrior program). Flexible pay options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet Company paid vacation days with rollover option and sick time. Employee Assistance Program Flexibility in scheduling; ask us what options are available. Excellent career advancement opportunities Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs Company Paid Life Insurance 401K retirement program Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA. Unlimited Referral Bonuses and more Achieve your success with us Apply Today Summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) under supervision, provides basic nursing assistance and assists residents with daily living activities. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Licenses/Certification: Valid certification as a CNA in the state of employment. Experience: Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred. Job Functions: Answers signal lights and bells to determine resident needs. Assists residents with grooming, oral hygiene, bathing, hair, and incontinence care. Obtains food trays and assists residents with feeding. Assists residents with range of motion exercises, and movement to wheelchair or activity areas. Assists resident with turning and positioning in bed., Assists resident with ambulation for short distance in facility. Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output, as directed. Performs other tasks as assigned. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff.