GNA

Overview

Join the award-winning team at Lorien Taneytown, where compassion, excellence, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. As a leading skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and senior care community in Columbia, Maryland, we are committed to providing exceptional care for our residents and an outstanding workplace for our employees. If you're a dedicated  Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA-I) who is passionate about delivering quality care and making a meaningful difference every day, we invite you to apply and grow your career with us.

 

 

 Competitive Pay

• $22.00 – $26.00 per hour (based on experience)

• Shift differentials

• Same Day Pay for all employees

 Full-Time Benefits Package

• PTO: 80 hours vacation + 40 hours sick time (rollover available)

• Personal Days

• 7 Major Holidays (Double time when worked)

• CareFirst Medical Insurance

• Tuition Assistance

• HRA Fund

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

 Employee Perks & Rewards

• Employee discounts

• Earn points, earn rewards program

• Attendance incentives

• Referral bonus program

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

 

 

Responsibilities

As a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA-I) at Lorien Taneytown, you will play a vital role in providing compassionate, resident-centered care that promotes comfort, dignity, independence, and quality of life. Working under the direction of the Director of Nursing and licensed nursing staff, you will deliver hands-on support to residents while helping create a safe, caring, and positive environment.

 In this role, you will:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Provide compassionate personal care while preserving resident dignity and independence.
• Support resident safety, comfort, and overall well-being.
• Observe and report changes in resident condition to the nursing team.
• Assist with transfers, ambulation, positioning, and range-of-motion activities.
• Help residents during meals and encourage appropriate nutrition and hydration.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Foster meaningful relationships with residents, families, and team members.
• Follow all infection prevention, safety, and resident care protocols.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment focused on delivering exceptional care.

 

Qualifications

• Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Hours Available 
• Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights 
• License: Active Maryland GNA license
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Come Join Our AMAZING Team at Lorien Taneytown! 

 

Nestled in the beautiful, rural setting of Carroll County, Lorien Taneytown is more than just a healthcare facility — we’re a family-focused community where employees and residents alike are treated with compassion, respect, and care. 

 

We’re proud to offer a full range of services, including: 

• Assisted Living 

• Specialty Nursing Care 

• In-house & Outpatient Rehabilitation 

• 24/7 Nursing Staff 

• And our very own Flicks Pub — open to residents and the public! 

 

At Lorien Taneytown, we go beyond the basics. Our mission is to exceed expectations by providing patient-centered care backed by the latest healthcare technology, delivering exceptional outcomes for both residents and their families. 

 

If you’re looking to work in a place that feels like home and values your contributions, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and become part of something truly special! 

 

Award-Winning Care: Proudly recognized as “Best Assisted Living” and “Best Retirement Community” by The Daily Record's Reader Rankings and by U.S. News & World Report- 2026 Best Nursing Homes for Long Term Care and Short Term Rehab. 

 

Lorien Health Services is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. 

 

 

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