ALF/MC CNA
How this pay compares
This posting states $17.50 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Florida post a median of $18 an hour, the middle half $17–$19.50, across 586 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in Florida earn a median of $18.03 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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What Florida requires of a certified nursing assistant
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the Florida CNA registry, from the Florida Board of Nursing (Florida Department of Health).
- Training: at least 120 hours, 40 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Exam: Two-part Prometric CNA exam (written test and skills demonstration of five randomly selected skills).
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About the job
Assisted Living:
PRN 7A-3P, 3P-11P, 11P-7A
Memory Care:
Full-Time 11P-7A
Part-Time 7A-3P, 3P-11P
PRN 7A-3P, 3P-11P, 11p-7A
WHO ARE WE?
Come join our dedicated team at South Port Square, a 40-acre campus in Port Charlotte, close to Charlotte Harbor and Punta Gorda - one of Florida’s best-kept secrets! You'll be part of a team with a strong work ethic, where management and co-workers are committed to making a positive impact on our residents’ lives. These extraordinary leaders will help you craft a fulfilling senior living career.
For over 35 years, South Port Square has been meeting the growing needs of retirees and seniors. We’re one of twelve retirement communities in Florida managed by LCS, the nation’s leading developer and manager of senior living communities.
We strive to create an environment of trust and transparency, helping employees find purpose in their work and reach their highest potential. South Port Square is actively seeking a hospitality-driven professional to join our growing team! #Clinical
ABOUT THE ROLE
The CNA assists the licensed nursing staff by performing routine nursing duties and activities of daily living.
Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a CNA:
- Assists residents with dressing, grooming, eating, bathing, positioning, turning, toileting and exercising.
- Gives treatment, 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.
- Answer signal lights promptly.
- Changes bed linens, makes beds, and keeps rooms clean and orderly.
Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:
- Successful completion from a state approved geriatric nursing assistant training program. Prior geriatric nursing aide experience is preferred. Registration with state registry required.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic. Ability to document care given.
- High school diploma or equivalent
What We Offer
- 401K with employer match
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Daily Pay
- Extraordinary Rewards Program
- Fun, caring, inclusive work environment!
Salary: $17.50 per hour
Shift Differential: $2/hr for Weekday Evenings and Nights, and $3.50/hr for all weekend shifts!
Background Screening Requirement: This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com .
If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!
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From LCS (Life Care Services)'s job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About LCS (Life Care Services)
LCS (Life Care Services) hires nurses, caregivers and nursing assistants in 25 states.
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