Certified Nursing Assistant

Friends House Retirement Community, INC·Sandy Spring, Maryland

$18 - $18/hrUnknown On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 29 days ago

Practice for this role

Certified Nursing Assistant · $18 - $18/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-8% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Maryland ($19.50/hr, n=911)

$0.50/hr · p10p90 · $1,040/hr

this role: $18.00/hrmedian $19.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 911 posted support services roles in Maryland rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 8% below the Maryland median for support services roles.

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides direct care and technical nursing services to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse. They are responsible for implementing individualized care plans that address the physical, safety, and social needs of each resident.

Job title: Certified Nursing Assistant

Department: Assisted Living

Job Relationships

Supervised by: Assisted Living Manager (ALM)

Supervises: None

Position summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing direct care and simple technical nursing services to residents under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse. The Certified Nursing Assistant will establish and maintain an environment that is safe and therapeutic for residents. In conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team, he/she will implement individualized care plans with special emphasis on the rehabilitative, physical, safety and social desires and needs of each resident.

Qualifications: Education, Training, Experience, and Abilities

Must have completed at least tenth grade -- high school graduate preferred and must be able to read and write and have ability to communicate in English with residents. Must meet OBRA guidelines on Certified Nursing Assistant training and certification. Must maintain certification in good standing.

Sense of responsibility. Moral integrity. Common sense.

Sincere desire to work with the aged and infirm, and ability to anticipate their needs and moods.

Good mental and physical health.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed at least the tenth grade and hold a valid Certified Nursing Assistant certification in good standing. Applicants should possess a sincere desire to work with the elderly and demonstrate strong communication skills.

high school
professional certificate
Communication
Direct patient care
Care plan implementation
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Safety monitoring
Elderly care
Rehabilitative care
Nursing services

Posting details

Employment type: Unknown
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18 - $18/hr
Location: Sandy Spring, Maryland
Posted: Aug 10, 2026
Application: Employer website

Maryland CNA roles stay consistently in demand

Certified Nursing Assistant roles in Maryland are typically in steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and home health settings. Competition often centers on current state certification, completion of an approved training course, and readiness to clear background, drug, and sometimes Public Trust checks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clearance readiness before applying.