Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Excelsior Care Group; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

Generous PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Employee recognition program

Team-oriented work environment

Employee discounts

Job summary

Optima Care Harborview in Jersey City, New Jersey, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team. You will provide personalized care, assist with daily living activities, and help create a home-like, supportive environment for residents.

This role emphasizes safety, documentation, teamwork with nurses, and engagement in activities to enhance residents’ quality of life. Active NJ CNA license required; compassionate and dependable individuals encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Active CNA license in New Jersey.
• Passion for delivering compassionate care.
• Dedication to maintaining a safe, clean, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care with daily living activities (bathing, grooming, dressing, meals).
• Monitor residents’ safety and well‑being and respond to changes with attentiveness.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families to foster trust.
• Maintain cleanliness of rooms and common areas.
• Accurate documentation of changes in residents’ conditions and care plans.

Skills

CNA license NJ

Compassionate care

Safety minded

Education

CNA certification (NJ)

Job description

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Facility: Optima Care Harborview
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey
Shift: All Shifts Available
Pay Rate: Up to $23.50 per hour

Join Our Team!
At Optima Care Harborview, we’re committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a warm, supportive environment that feels like home. We’re looking for dedicated and empathetic Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of our residents.

Your Role as a CNA:
You’ll play an essential part in enhancing residents’ comfort, safety, and quality of life by:

• Providing Personalized Care: Assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and meals while respecting each resident’s dignity.

• Promoting Comfort & Safety: Monitoring residents’ physical and emotional well-being and responding to changes with care and attentiveness.

• Fostering Connections: Building meaningful relationships with residents and families, creating trust and a true sense of belonging.

• Maintaining Cleanliness: Ensuring residents’ rooms and common areas are clean, organized, and sanitary.

• Accurate Documentation: Recording and reporting changes in residents’ conditions and care plans to support effective teamwork.

• Collaborating with the Team: Working alongside nurses and healthcare staff to deliver individualized, holistic care.

• Enhancing Quality of Life: Engaging residents in activities that support physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Qualifications:

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the State of New Jersey.

• A passion for delivering compassionate, respectful care.

• Dedication to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Recognition Program

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

• Company perks and employee discounts

If you’re ready to bring your skills and compassion to a team that values your work and supports your growth, we’d love to hear from you. At Optima Care Harborview, you’ll be part of a caring community dedicated to making every day brighter for both residents and staff.

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