Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job overview

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) role is an onsite, part-time position in Portland, ME, with a stated pay range of $18–$23 per hour. The position serves retired Sisters at the Sisters of Mercy Convent, a private residence focused on person-centered care. The CNA supports residents with activities of daily living, meals, transfers, companionship, and a safe living environment. The role monitors residents’ physical and mental condition and shares observations with the healthcare team, contributing to dignified care in a low patient-to-caregiver-ratio setting.

What you'll do

• Visit with residents regularly
• assist with activities of daily living
• encourage eating and drinking
• turn, position, and transfer residents
• monitor physical and mental condition
• provide companionship
• maintain a safe environment in residents’ rooms
• report concerns to the healthcare team
• keep the team informed about visits and schedule
• accompany residents to appointments and assist with activities or shopping as requested.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

certified nursing assistant

cna

person-centered care

activities of daily living

resident companionship

retired sisters

part-time

$18–$23/hour

portland me

sisters of mercy

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting describes a private, non-public residence with a low patient-to-caregiver ratio and consistent nursing support.

About the employer

The Sisters of Mercy of the Americas is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Residential Care Facilities. Sector: 62.