Certified Nursing Assistant – Enhanced Living Center, Charter House Senior Living – CNA

Currently offering a $1,250 hiring incentive for candidates hired through November 30, 2026. External candidates are eligible for sign-on incentives where applicable. Internal Mayo Clinic employees are not eligible.

About Charter House

Charter House is Mayo Clinic’s retirement community located in the heart of downtown Rochester, Minnesota. We offer a vibrant, resident-focused environment where older adults enjoy different level of care in our Assisted Living and Short-Term Rehabilitation Centers all under one roof. Our mission is simple: to provide a safe, caring, and engaging community where the needs of the residents come first.

As part of Mayo Clinic, Charter House combines the warmth of a close-knit community with the resources and reputation of one of the world’s leading healthcare organizations. Here, nurses play a vital role in delivering exceptional care and creating meaningful connections with residents and families. Why Work at Charter House?

Work-life balance. Enjoy unparalleled work-life balance with self-scheduling, empowering you to manage your schedule in a way that supports both personal and professional priorities. Depth and variety of practice.

Experience diverse practice, from wellness to complex post-acute care, all within one connected community. Teamwork and safety. Never feel alone: Benefit from around-the-clock staffing, on-site resources, and interdisciplinary teamwork allowing you to focus on resident outcomes.

Career growth. Accelerate your career with Mayo Clinic’s Career Investment Program for tuition assistance, certifications, and advancement opportunities. Comprehensive benefits.

Competitive pay, world-class healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, adoption assistance and more. Relocation Assistance. We understand that making a career move is a big decision.

That is why we offer relocation assistance for qualified candidates to welcome you to our team. As a Certified Nursing Assistant at Charter House, you'll provide and assist with direct and indirect resident care. Responsibilities include: Assisting with activities of daily living, and promoting the highest practicable level of physical, mental and psychosocial well-being for the residents.

Working awareness of state and federal regulations. Providing direct care duties in a timely manner, while interacting politely and professionally with residents, family members, visitors, and staff. Cross training to float to other areas of Charter House. *This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

To be considered for this position, you must be listed on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry as a Certified Nursing Assistant and be a minimum of 18-years old. License/Certification Nursing Assistant Certification is required and must be listed on the MN Nursing Assistant Registry.

Additional Qualifications

Candidates must be available to attend all required orientation sessions. Orientation consists of Mayo Clinic Orientation (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) on the start date, followed by seven weekdays of Charter House new employee orientation and training (7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.). Previous experience with the geriatric population is preferred. Ability to work independently. Excellent communication and human relation skills to interact with residents and staff. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations and stress. Availability to work varied hours which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends with rotating days off.

Application Requirements

All required documents must be attached to your application for consideration: CV/Resume Cover Letter Internal candidates must also attach their three most recent performance appraisals. Internal candidates who have not met their current department's 1- or 2-year commitment, must attach an early release from their current supervisor. International Degrees A detailed equivalency evaluation is required, demonstrating a U. S. equivalent degree.

Evaluation must be completed by an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) ( www.naces.org ) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) ( www.aice-eval.org ). Schedule Details: This position is for 8-hour evening shifts, 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Design your own work week - self-scheduling available!

The orientation for this position requires two weeks of full-time, 8-hour day shifts: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Weekend

Schedule

Every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, & Sunday)