Sterling Aventura·Issaquah, Washington
Assist licensed nursing staff with routine nursing duties and activities of daily living for senior residents. Responsibilities include grooming, bathing, transporting residents, and recording treatment observations.
Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA)/Care Partner Department: Briarwood Health Center Schedule: FT Night Shift Tuesday-Saturday Pay: $24-$31.75 DOE Shift differentials offered!
Nestled at the base of Cougar Mountain is a senior living community in Issaquah, Washington unlike any other in the East Seattle area: Timber Ridge at Talus. When our community of well-traveled, outdoor-loving seniors aren’t visiting other parts of the world, you’ll find them socializing over dinner, hiking a nearby trail or just enjoying the spectacular views. As the area’s first Silver LEED-certified Life Plan Community, our campus and natural setting reflects our residents’ love of the Pacific Northwest. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. We are currently seeking an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant to work in our Briarwood Health Center. If you’re looking for a different perspective on senior living come join us today! You will enjoy: Now Offering DailyPay! Life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Health Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account Employee assistance program PTO and eight paid holidays Pet insurance and employee discounts (including wireless plan and retail discounts) Tuition reimbursement Free Lyft rides if needed, to and from the Issaquah Transit Center. Free Underground parking Free meals Your personal and professional growth is important to us, so we provide continual professional training and career advancement opportunities. You will enjoy being part of a great team in a fun, engaging work environment. Who you are: Successful completion of a State-approved geriatric nursing assistant training program. (CNA License) Prior geriatric nurse aide experience is preferred. Registration with State registry required. Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic. Positive and professional work demeanor required. Minimum on (1) year experience in Nursing experience in assisted living, memory care preferred. General Summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant assists the licensed nursing staff by performing routine nursing duties and activities of daily living. Essential Job Duties: Assists residents with dressing, grooming, eating, bathing, positioning, turning, toileting, and exercising. Gives treatments, performs tests, carries out procedures, and collects specimens as instructed. Reports and records observations and results of treatments, tests, procedures, and specimens when indicated. Transfers, transports, and escorts residents as needed. Answers signal lights promptly. Changes bed linens, makes bed, and keeps rooms clean and orderly. Follows resident care plans. Maintains safe and sanitary workstations and equipment. Encourages independence, attendance at activities, restorative programs, and rehabilitation. Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting. May be exposed to blood and body fluids which may contain HIV and/or HBV. Must be able to transport residents via wheelchair, Geri chair, or shower chair, pushing up to 150 pounds unassisted. Must be able to transfer, life, turn, and position a resident weighing over 125 pounds. Must be able to stoop, bend, stretch, squat, stand, and walk for up to 90% of the workday. May be subjected to offensive odors and/or combative behavior. Must be able to reach up to a level of six feet. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to push a dietary cart up to 40 pounds unassisted.
Requires a CNA license from a state-approved geriatric nursing assistant training program and registration with the state registry. A minimum of one year of nursing experience in assisted living or memory care is preferred.
Market context
In Washington, support-services roles in healthcare are typically in steady demand because clinics, hospitals, and long-term care settings need staff who can keep patient flow moving and support licensed teams. These positions are competitive when employers want candidates with a high school diploma, LPN, MA, or CNA training, valid Washington licensure, and BLS certification; EKG and arrhythmia training after hire can also be part of the path. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and certification readiness before applying.
