CNA​/QMA – Pine Valley Assisted Living

Position

CNA / QMA – Pine Valley Assisted Living at Lutheran Life Villages

Part‑time:
Days, Nights, Evenings, and In‑House‑Pool (IHP) CNA & QMA shifts.

We are seeking compassionate and skilled CNAs & QMAs to join our care team at our Pine Valley Assisted Living campus. In this vital role you will provide exceptional hands‑on care, support residents’ wellbeing, and be part of a mission‑driven team that fosters dignity, respect, and excellence.

You’re a dependable, compassionate caregiver with a strong desire to serve older adults with dignity and respect. You’re attentive, organized, and thrive in a team environment. Whether providing personal care or administering medication, you approach each task with professionalism, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a difference in residents’ daily lives.

As a CNA/QMA you’ll serve in a dual role, providing hands‑on care and assisting with medication administration depending on resident needs and your shift assignment. You’ll play a vital part in helping residents maintain comfort, safety, and health while also ensuring accurate documentation and communication with the care team.

• Assist with daily hygiene: bathing, oral care, grooming, skin care, nail/hair care.
• Support toileting and continence care, including perineal hygiene and changing incontinence products.
• Dress/undress residents and assist with mobility, including ambulation, ROM exercises, and using assistive devices.
• Assist with meals, feeding, and hydration; monitor intake/output.
• Make beds, change linens, and maintain clean resident rooms.
• Promptly respond to call lights and provide support with daily living needs.
• Observe and report changes in resident conditions.
• Accurately document care provided and participate in shift hand‑offs.

• Administer medications and minor treatments per physician’s orders and facility policy.
• Prepare medication carts, follow drug schedules, and maintain proper documentation.
• Observe residents’ post‑medication and report reactions or concerns.
• Maintain medication inventory and collaborate with nursing for PRN orders.
• Supervise resident care and guide CNAs in care delivery on your assigned unit.
• Make rounds, update care plans, and monitor compliance with care goals.
• Complete documentation including 24‑hour report forms, I&O records, weekly summaries, and resident updates.

• Administering G‑Tube/J‑Tube medications, diabetic testing, dressing changes, Sitz baths, oxygen setup.
• Collecting urine and fecal specimens.
• Supporting restorative nursing care.
• Assisting in other care areas when not passing medications.

• Completion of the 105‑hour Indiana Nurse Aide Training Program or equivalent.
• Active CNA certification in good standing with the Indiana Nurse Aide Registry.

• Previous long‑term care or senior living experience preferred, but new grads are welcome.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of medical terminology and elderly care needs.
• Patience, empathy, and professionalism – even in challenging situations.
• Basic computer proficiency for electronic documentation.

• Lifts, bathing equipment, mobility aids, and medical monitoring devices.
• Computers or tablets for charting and documentation.

• Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday each year.
• Receive holiday pay at time‑and‑a‑half when working any of our 14 recognized holidays.

• Earn up to 17 days of PTO in your first year – with more as you grow.
• Shift differentials are available to reward your hard work during evenings, nights, and weekends.

• Access medical, dental, and vision insurance – starting within just 30 days.
• Life insurance and short‑term disability coverage to protect you and your family.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support when you need it most.

• Take advantage of education assistance, including our Achieve Your Degree program (in partnership with Ivy Tech).
• Plan ahead with a 403(b) retirement savings plan, complete with employer match.
• Benefits listed above are eligible based upon position status & hours worked.