Certified Nurse Aide- CPH

Rochester Regional Health; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a part-time Certified Nurse Aide to join Canton Potsdam Hospital. Under supervision, you will provide direct patient care in line with hospital policies and participate in patient-centered activities during day and weekend shifts.

The role emphasizes compassionate service, safety, and teamwork, with opportunities to grow in a supportive environment. A CNA certification is required, with BLS within three months, and ongoing nursing program enrollment if not

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted New York State CNA certification or approved nursing course with B grade or better.
• BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Must remain enrolled in nursing program if not yet certified; six months to certify or termination.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under licensed staff.
• Deliver world-class customer service to patients and families.
• Report patient conditions to licensed staff to improve outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, patient-centered environment.

Skills

BLS

Education

NYS Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Job description

Job Title: Certified Nurse Aide
Department: CPH West 2
Location: Canton Potsdam Hospital
Hours Per Week: Part time-15 hours
Schedule: Days, Weekends
Sign-On Bonus:

SUMMARY

The Certified Nurse Aid works under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff to provide direct patient care in accordance with established hospital policies, procedures and protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs and documents direct comprehensive, family and patient centered care under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Provides world class customer service to patients and families.
• Reports patient conditions directly to licensed nursing staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Maintains a safe and clean patient and family centered environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current, unrestricted New York State Nurse Aid Certification or an unofficial transcript showing successful completion with a letter grade of B or better of a Nursing 101 course from an accredited nursing school program where activities of daily living are taught as well as the syllabus of the course provided as evidence
• BLS required within three months of hire.
• The Certified Nurse Aid is required to stay enrolled in the nursing school program while employed as a nurse aid if he or she is a not certified. If the Certified Nurse Aid ceases to be a student in the nursing school program prior to graduation, the nurse aid will not be permitted to continue working until he or she becomes certified as a Certified Nurse Aid in New York State. The time employee has six months to become certified or will be considered ineligible for employment and terminated.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• None.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

PAY RANGE

$19.20 - $28.97