Lutheran Life Villages·Kendallville, Indiana
Provide hands-on personal care, including bathing, grooming, and nutrition support, to senior residents. Monitor resident health conditions and accurately document care provided while reporting changes to nursing staff.
Are you a dedicated nursing professional eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors? Lutheran Life Villages, a premier senior living community in Kendallville, IN, is seeking compassionate and skilled CNAs to join our care team at our Kendallville campus. In this vital role, you will have the opportunity to provide exceptional hands-on care, support the wellbeing of our residents, and be part of a mission-driven team that fosters dignity, respect, and excellence in every interaction.
You are a compassionate and dedicated individual who thrives in a supportive, community-focused environment. With a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors, you bring empathy and professionalism to your role. You are skilled in providing personal care and assistance, demonstrating patience and understanding towards residents, especially those with varying degrees of mobility and cognitive abilities. Your ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with a team makes you an invaluable part of our long-term care community.
As a CNA at Lutheran Life Villages, you'll provide hands-on, personal care to residents under the guidance of licensed nursing staff. Your care, attentiveness, and support will help residents maintain their health, independence, and dignity. Responsibilities include:
Provide Personal Care
Assist with bathing (bed, tub, shower), grooming, oral hygiene, skin care, and hair/nail maintenance.
Support toileting needs, including incontinence care, perineal care, and emptying drainage bags.
Support Nutrition & Hydration
Serve meals and assist with feeding as needed.
Monitor and record food and fluid intake/output.
Ensure residents have access to fresh water regularly.
Promote Comfort and Cleanliness
Change bed linens and maintain clean, organized resident spaces.
Assist with dressing and undressing.
Perform range of motion exercises and help residents ambulate or use mobility devices.
Monitor and Report on Resident Conditions
Answer call lights promptly and observe for changes in resident health.
Accurately document care provided and complete shift-to-shift bed checks.
Report unusual signs, symptoms, or incidents to nursing staff.
Contribute to a Safe and Caring Environment
Maintain cleanliness of resident rooms and equipment.
Support restorative and preventative care procedures.
Assist fellow team members and participate in one-on-one activities with residents.
Education & Certification
Completion of the 105-hour Indiana Nurse Aide Training Program or equivalent.
Active CNA certification in good standing with the Indiana Nurse Aide Registry.
Skills & Abilities
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.
Equipment You’ll Use
Lifts, bathing equipment, mobility aids, and medical monitoring devices.
Computers or tablets for charting and documentation.
Why Choose Lutheran Life Villages? We believe our team deserves to feel valued, supported, and inspired—both at work and beyond. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and meaningful benefits package designed to help you thrive:
Celebrate You
Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday every year - because you deserve it!
Receive holiday pay at double time when working any of our 14 recognized holidays.
Time to Recharge
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.
Health & Wellness
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.
Invest in Your Future
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.
Must have completed the 105-hour Indiana Nurse Aide Training Program and hold an active CNA certification in good standing. Previous long-term care experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome.
Market context
Indiana nursing roles often stay in demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can show dependable patient care skills and flexibility. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer phlebotomy training or science experience, so highlighting competency assessment results and any hands-on clinical exposure can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting before applying.
