CNA

Job Details: Job Location: Tamarisk - Warwick, RI, Salary Range: $19.00,

POSITION: 

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 

DEPARTMENT: 

Resident Care Services 

REPORTS TO: 

Director of Resident Care / Director of Memory Care (Wellness Nurse or CMT for evening and overnight shifts) 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 

Full-Time / Part-Time / Per Diem 

FLSA STATUS: 

Non-Exempt (Hourly) 

LAST UPDATED: 

January 2026 

OUR MISSION 

At Tamarisk Senior Living, a community of Jewish Collaborative Services, we are committed to providing dignified care wherever our residents call home. We honor the unique journey of each individual, creating a warm, supportive community where residents can live with independence, purpose, and respect. Our team members are essential to fulfilling this mission by delivering compassionate, person-centered care that embraces the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. 

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is essential to fulfilling our mission of dignified care by providing compassionate, hands-on assistance to residents with their daily living activities. This position ensures optimal resident care, comfort, and safety while promoting independence and respecting each resident's individuality. The CNA works under the direction and supervision of the Director of Resident Care or Director of Memory Care (reporting to the Wellness Nurse or CMT on the evening and overnight shift(s)) to support residents wherever they call home—in assisted living or memory care settings. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

Person-Centered, Dignified Care 

Provides compassionate, dignified care that honors each resident's individuality, preferences, life history, and personal choices 

Supports residents in maintaining maximum independence in all activities of daily living 

Creates a warm, homelike environment where residents feel safe, valued, and respected 

Recognizes and responds to each resident's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs 

Respects resident rights, privacy, and confidentiality at all times 

Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assistance 

Assists residents with bathing (bed bath, tub bath, shower) while maintaining dignity and privacy 

Provides assistance with dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, and personal care 

Assists with toileting, continence care, and bladder/bowel training programs 

Supports residents with mobility, transfers, and ambulation using proper body mechanics and assistive devices 

Assists with feeding, hydration, and proper positioning during meals 

Provides skin care, nail care (non-diabetic), hair care, and shaving assistance 

Clinical Support and Monitoring 

Takes and accurately records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) as assigned    

Measures and documents weight, height, intake and output 

Observes and reports changes in resident condition, behavior, or cognitive status to nursing staff 

Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms of illness, infection, pain, or distress 

Reminds residents to take medications as appropriate (does not administer unless also licensed as Certified Medication Aide (CMT)) 

Assists with specimen collection as directed 

Applies elastic stockings, assists with simple non-sterile dressings, and provides basic wound care under supervision. 

Memory Care Duties (if applicable) 

Implements person-centered approaches for residents with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and cognitive impairment 

Uses validation, redirection, and therapeutic communication techniques 

Supports residents experiencing confusion, anxiety, or behavioral expressions 

Participates in meaningful activities and reminiscence programs 

Maintains a calm, structured environment with consistent routines 

Safety and Environmental Care 

Demonstrates understanding of and complies with RIDOH Exposure Prevention Plan for bloodborne pathogens 

Follows infection control procedures including hand hygiene and proper use of PPE 

Utilizes proper body mechanics and safe resident handling techniques 

Responds to emergencies following fire safety and disaster procedures 

Maintains clean, safe, homelike resident living spaces 

Makes occupied and unoccupied beds; assists with personal laundry as needed 

Reports suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation immediately 

Documentation and Communication 

Maintains accurate documentation of care provided and resident responses 

Reports significant observations to nursing staff promptly 

Communicates effectively and compassionately with residents, families, and team members 

Participates in shift reports and care planning meetings 

Refers healthcare questions to licensed nursing staff 

Team Collaboration and Professional Development 

Functions as a cooperative, active member of the interdisciplinary care team 

Assists other staff members as needed 

Assumes supervisory responsibilities when assigned in absence of nursing leadership 

Attends in-services, staff meetings, and required training programs 

Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for Jewish culture and customs 

Properly uses equipment including pagers, walkie-talkies, and call systems 

Other Duties 

Assists with activities, mail delivery, dining room support, and other reasonable tasks 

Provides excellent customer service to residents, families, and visitors 

Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Resident Care 

 
Qualifications: Required 

Active Rhode Island Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in good standing 

Successful completion of RIDOH-approved CNA training program (120 hours minimum) 

Current CPR certification (or must obtain within 90 days of hire) 

Must pass pre-employment physical examination and annual health screenings 

Must pass Rhode Island Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check 

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English 

Commitment to dignified, person-centered care 

Preferred 

One or more years of experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care 

Experience with dementia and cognitive impairment care 

Knowledge of Jewish culture and customs or willingness to learn 

Bilingual abilities (Hebrew, Yiddish, Spanish, or Russian) helpful 

Continuing Education 

12 hours of in-service training annually 

RI DOH requires CNAs to complete 8 hours of nursing or nursing-related duties every 24 months for license renewal 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Medium Work: Frequently lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds maximum 

Standing and walking for extended periods (8-12 hours) 

Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching 

Ability to push/pull wheelchairs, walkers, and equipment 

Manual dexterity for personal care tasks 

Visual and hearing acuity for resident monitoring 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Indoor assisted living and memory care environment 

Extensive resident contact 

Exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids 

Variable shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays 

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT 

I acknowledge that I have received and reviewed this job description. I understand the duties and responsibilities and confirm that I am able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. I am committed to upholding Tamarisk Senior Living's mission of providing dignifie