Have you ever wondered how you can make a significant impact in healthcare? The forecast for CNAs in senior living is bright, with increasing demand and a shortage offering great job prospects for newcomers.
At Kensington Park Senior Living, our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are at the heart of our senior living community. They provide specialized hands-on care that enriches the lives of residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Here, your work as a CNA means building meaningful relationships and ensuring the highest quality of life for those you care for.
Take the first step in a new healthcare career filled with purpose and growth, where we promise to love and care for residents as we do our own families. Not only do we live out our promise for our residents, but we promise to love and care for our team members too!
Explore the CNA opportunities at Kensington Park and join us in our mission to deliver compassionate care.
A detailed look at a CNA’s daily routine at Kensington Park
At Kensington Park, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), also called Care Partners, are the essential workers of our senior living community.
Each day, they undertake a range of responsibilities, meticulously planned to ensure that all residents receive attentive and individualized care from the moment the day begins until it ends.
Here’s a glimpse into the typical day of a Care Partner/CNA at Kensington Park, although experiences can vary slightly for each individual.
Morning shift:
- Initial briefing: The day kicks off with a detailed briefing for CNAs, where they are updated about the residents’ health conditions, special care instructions for the day, and any overnight changes or incidents.
- Assistance with morning routines: CNAs assist residents with waking, personal hygiene (bathing, dental care, grooming), dressing, and preparing for the day. This personalized support is instrumental in promoting independence and ensuring that each resident starts their day with dignity and comfort.
- Breakfast service and medication management: During breakfast, CNAs ensure that each resident’s dietary preferences and restrictions are respected, assisting with feeding when necessary.
Midday activities:
- Continuous health checks: CNAs perform regular checks on residents to monitor their health and well-being and promptly address any needs or changes.
- Support with lunch: CNAs assist residents to and at lunch, ensuring they receive meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences and offering help with eating as required.
- Facilitation of daily activities: CNAs actively participate in and assist the life enrichment team in facilitating activities promoting physical and cognitive health, such as memory games, light exercise classes, or arts and crafts sessions. These activities are integral to resident engagement and maintaining a vibrant community atmosphere.
Afternoon shift:
- Personal care and comfort: CNAs continue to assist with personal care needs and ensure comfort throughout the afternoon, addressing any specific resident requests or requirements.
- One-on-one engagement: CNAs dedicate time to engage individually with residents, fostering personal connections through conversation, reading together, or engaging in a resident’s hobby. This helps deepen the communal bonds and provides vital emotional support.
Evening Routine:
- Evening meal and preparation for the night: CNAs assist with the dinner service and begin preparing residents for the evening, helping with nighttime routines such as changing into nightwear and assisting with personal hygiene.
- End-of-day documentation: CNAs update resident care logs with comprehensive notes on the care provided throughout the day, noting any significant health or behavioral observations.
- Handover to night shift: Before their shift ends, CNAs ensure all pertinent information is passed on to the incoming night shift team, discussing each resident’s status to guarantee continuous and seamless care.
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Benefits and perks for CNAs at Kensington Park
Kensington Park is dedicated to providing an enriching work environment for Certified Nursing Assistants/Care Partners, offering a variety of benefits and perks that contribute to their personal and professional satisfaction:
- Paid training: CNAs at Kensington Park benefit from comprehensive paid training sessions that enhance their skills and knowledge, keeping them up-to-date with the latest practices in senior care.
- Employee referral program: We encourage our CNAs to help us grow our team by participating in our employee referral program, which rewards them for bringing talented professionals into our community.
- Employee assistance program: This program provides confidential support and resources to help our staff effectively manage work-related stress and personal challenges.
- Complimentary meals: CNAs enjoy free, nutritious meals during their shifts, reducing the stress of meal planning and ensuring they remain energized throughout the day.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance: Extensive insurance plans are available to all CNAs, providing them with essential health coverage and peace of mind for themselves and their families.
- Supportive work environment: Our CNAs work in a supportive atmosphere where their wellness and job satisfaction are prioritized. This includes access to mental health resources and a well-maintained employee lounge for breaks.
Opportunities for CNA professional development at Kensington Park
At Kensington Park, we’re committed to the professional growth of our CNAs and provide various opportunities that support their career advancement:
- Continuing education: CNAs have access to a range of continuing education courses that fulfill their professional requirements and aid in their career progression.
- Leadership training: We offer leadership training programs designed to prepare CNAs for future supervisory or management roles within our community, highlighting our investment in their long-term career development.
- Mentorship opportunities: Experienced healthcare professionals at Kensington Park mentor our CNAs, providing guidance and sharing valuable insights that help them excel in their roles.
- Career advancement opportunities: CNAs are encouraged to advance within the organization through promotions and transfers to different roles that offer new challenges and responsibilities.
At Kensington Park, our CNAs and PDAs (Private Duty Aides) benefit from cross-training directly on the floor.
This enables them to learn and adapt various skills and responsibilities from one another in a real-world setting, enhancing their versatility and effectiveness in providing personalized care.
Advance your career as a CNA at Kensington Park
Are you prepared to significantly impact a community that values compassion and dedication? Kensington Park is a leading senior living community in Kensington, Maryland.
We specialize in independent living, assisted living, and memory care, including specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment for our residents and team members where you can grow professionally and personally.
Visit our memory care and assisted living pages to discover more about our unique approach to care and witness what makes our community special.
Ready to join our caring team? Check out our career opportunities and start your journey at Kensington Park today.