Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA… at Westminster-Ca… · Virginia…

Location: 3181 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA Reports to: Hospice Director FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly) Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday 8:30a-5:00p, Occasional holidays required.

About Us

Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being.

Our mission? Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness.

We live our values every day:

• Respect for every person
• Passion for what we do
• Professionalism in all we do

Apply today and help us bring wellness, joy, and energy to the heart of our community!

Westminster Canterbury at Home (WCAH) is one of the most well-respected home health and home care agencies in the greater Tidewater Region, including Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk and Portsmouth. We provide the quality services that people need when they wish to stay confidently and comfortably in their own homes.

As a subsidiary of Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Beach’s premier beachfront continuing care retirement community, Westminster Canterbury At Home has a particular appreciation for the difference that location can make in the retirement experience. What it really comes down to is where an individual feels most comfortable. For some, that place is home—and we’re more than happy to meet you there.

To learn more: https://wcathome.com/

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing compassionate, high-quality care to hospice patients in the home setting, addressing the physical, psychological, social, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs of each individual and their family. Assist the hospice clinical team in delivering comfort-focused care, including simple treatments as directed, observation, and accurate documentation in alignment with hospice standards and care plans.

The CNA functions as a key member of the interdisciplinary hospice team, supporting continuity of care through timely communication and collaboration with the RN Case Manager and other clinical staff. Maintains a safe, clean, and supportive environment for patients in their home, promoting dignity, comfort, and quality of life at end of life. Always model our core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, and hold others accountable for doing the same.

What You'll Do In This Role

• Assist with daily activities of living including: general hygiene, shampoos, nail care, shaving and dressing.
• Document all personal care given at the end of each shift.
• Perform skin care activities to include turning every two hours and proper positioning.
• Transfer bed to chair, chair to toilet and chair to walker using proper body mechanics and techniques or transfer devices such as a Hoyer lift.
• Perform incontinent care to include pericare, bowel and bladder training and toileting.
• Serve meals, feed residents and encourage use of adaptive devices when ordered.
• Assist with reminders to take medications that are ordinarily self-administered.
• Manage Foley catheters including proper positioning of tubing and drainage bag, emptying of drainage bag and catheter care.
• Take vital signs to include proper use of thermometer, rectal, oral, ear and other.
• Practice appropriate infection control - to include use of gloves, hand washing and universal precautions.
• Perform care of transitioning residents and post-mortem care.
• Report any unusual symptoms or change in resident's condition or unsafe conditions, and respond according to protocol.
• Read and interpret care plans and use approaches established to reach goals.
• All other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Supportive (to both patients and nursing staff)
• Compassionate
• Comfortable with taking directive
• Emotional resilience
• Professional & ethical
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb stairs, stand or walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.

The Experience You'll Bring

Required

• Completion of a Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) training program and State issued certification as Nurse Aide.
• CPR certification
• At least one (1) year of practical field experience.
• Has familiarity with medical equipment, patient charts, medical terminology, and documentation procedures.
• Familiarity with Microsoft applications and Google, and knowledge in EMRs.
• Flu-Vaccinated

Preferred

• Experience in Hospice, Home Health, or a Skilled Nursing Facility.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $19.50/Hourly + (based on relevant experience)
• Full-Time Employee (and eligible Part-Time Employee) Benefits Include:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Available Day One!)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (Short- and Long-Term)
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & 6 Paid Holidays (+ 2 Floating Holidays)
  • Tuition Assistance + Scholarships for You & Your Family
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Legal/Identity Theft Protection Plans
  • Team Member Discounts
  • Career Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities

At-Will Employment Statement Employment with our organization is “at-will,” meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.