CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

We're looking for a dedicated, compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team at Home of the Innocents! If you have a heart for helping others, specifically children, enjoy a supportive work environment, and are ready to take on a rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

A Day in the Life: 

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will work collaboratively to ensure residents of the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center receive the highest quality of care. The Home of the Innocents strives to create an environment in which children, families, and team members thrive.

Full-Time and Part-Time Shifts Available:

1^st Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

2^nd Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Some variances to schedule should be expected.

How This Position Contributes to our Mission 

• Assist residents with mobility, feeding, and personal care within the CNA scope of practice, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
• Engage with residents in a way that's tailored to their needs, fostering therapeutic connections and brightening their day.
• Help organize enriching activities and maintain a clean, welcoming environment for residents to thrive in.
• Participate and assist with onsite and offsite activities and appointments which can include physically assisting with resident mobility and transfers.
• Follow safety and infection control procedures diligently, prioritizing the health and safety of residents and staff.

Skills and Qualifications 

• Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
• Demonstrated use of good judgment, clinical expertise, and effective communication skills to deliver top-quality resident care.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating flexibility, integrity, and compassion when caring for individuals with diverse backgrounds and functional abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with nursing and other department personnel.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current CPR / Basic Life Support certification for healthcare providers, provided if needed.
• Current State Registered Nurse Aide certification (Certified Nurse Aide) in good standing with the Kentucky Board of Nursing / State Nurse Aide Registry, required.

What You’ll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents  

• A trauma-informed environment  
• Comprehensive benefits package  
• Generous leave time  
• 401(k) with employer match  
• Training and certification opportunities  

Who We Are  

Join Home of the Innocents, a 145-year-old non-profit, dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. Our mission is to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we prioritize safety and recovery through trauma-informed practices. Our leadership is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and values-led workforce.  

Home of the Innocents Impact  

• Total service recipients in 2024: 3,562  
• Campus size: 22 acres located near downtown Louisville  
• Residential Treatment Program: Second largest in Kentucky  
• Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city  
• 13 different programs serving children and families, providing services such as:  
  • Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs  
  • Emergency shelter for children in crisis  
  • Foster care and adoption support  
  • Community-based behavioral health programs  
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Only facility in Kentucky serving medically complex young adults and children, and 1 of only 12 in the nation.  

If you are passionate about making a difference for children, families, and our community, we invite you to APPLY!