Certified Nursing Assistant- Beverwyck

St. Peter's Health Partners; Slingerlands (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners in the Capital Region seeks a certified nursing assistant (CNA) for full-time day shifts in a long-term care setting. You will provide personal care, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a warm, home-like atmosphere within a self-managed team.

Requirements include NY CNA license, CPR/First Aid, ServSafe training, and strong communication. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and dignity in elder care.

Qualifications

• Must have a NYS CNA license in good standing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance for elders while upholding nursing standards.
• Create a home-like atmosphere including basic cooking and cleaning activities.
• Document care and communicate changes to the team.
• Collaborate with team on scheduling, conflicts, and quality assurance.
• Maintain infection control and safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

ServSafe training

Basic computer skills

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Certified Nursing Assistant – Shahbaz

If you are looking for a rewarding position in the long-term care setting and looking for a part-time or full-time job to meet your schedule, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places.

Position Highlights

• Recognized leader: Magnet Hospital in the Capital Region
• Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
• Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
• Work/Life: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules

What you will do

• Provide personal care assistance for the elders as a Certified Nurse Aide while maintaining standards of Nursing Care. You will work within a self-managed team to provide a home-like atmosphere including cooking, light cleaning, coordinating meaningful events and activities, speaking on behalf of the elders' interests throughout the care planning process, and other duties that are elder-centered, demonstrating St. Peter's Health Partners Mission and Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance for elders while upholding nursing standards and respecting their autonomy.
• Work within a self-managed team to create a home-like atmosphere, including cooking, cleaning, and organizing activities.
• Collaborate with team members in conflict resolution, scheduling, and quality assurance.
• Use LEAN principles for problem-solving under the guidance of management.
• Maintain proper staffing levels and adhere to facility policies.
• Fulfill primary responsibilities aimed at enhancing elders' quality of life and care.
• Ensure accident prevention and promptly report safety concerns.
• Foster a warm home environment for elders.
• Communicate and collaborate with the Clinical Support Team to promote elders' autonomy and functionality.
• Document elders' care, behavior, and preferences accurately.
• Ensure food handling and kitchen cleanliness as per ServSafe training.
• Adhere to infection control policies and maintain cleanliness.
• Use good judgment in elder care decisions within scope of practice.
• Provide comprehensive elder care including hygiene assistance, feeding, and mobility support.
• Promptly respond to elder calls and attend to their needs.
• Weigh residents and monitor vital signs accurately.
• Assist with activities of daily living and ensure elder comfort.
• Perform skin assessments and report abnormalities.
• Uphold elders' rights and maintain confidentiality.
• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and educational classes as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What you will need

• Must be able to read, write and speak English; High School Diploma or equivalent life-experience preferred.
• Must be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with New York State.
• Must be able to understand English both verbally and written.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required.
• Culinary course including Serv Safe training required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a sincere desire to serve others.
• Must be able to relay information concerning a resident's condition.
• Must have patience, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm assisting Residents with various types and levels of need.
• Must possess the ability to work professional with other staff, residents, family members, and outside agencies/visitors.
• Must be able to successfully complete Green House Core Training (on the job).
• Must be willing to learn basic computer skills on a daily basis

Pay Range: $18.79 - $24.60

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.