Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Ryders Health; Stratford, Northern (CT, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Ryders Health is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for a full-time position at Lord Chamberlain in Stratford, CT. You will deliver resident-centered care and support daily living activities in a collaborative healthcare team.

The role requires valid Connecticut CNA certification, excellent English communication, and reliability in a long-term care environment. Competitive benefits and shift differentials apply.

Qualifications

• Valid Connecticut CNA certification.
• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding English.
• Compassionate, resident-centered care with strong communication skills.
• Physical stamina for lifting, positioning and assisting residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ADLs including bathing, dressing and personal hygiene.
• Aid mobility: transfers, repositioning, ambulation and use of mobility aids.
• Record vital signs and monitor changes in condition.
• Serve meals and assist with feeding; monitor intake/output.
• Maintain clean, safe resident rooms and common areas.
• Provide incontinence care and preserve resident dignity.
• Observe resident status and provide companionship; alert nurse to changes.
• Communicate needs and status with residents, families and care team.
• Follow infection control, safety procedures and confidentiality policies.

Education

Connecticut CNA certification

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Full-Time

Lord Chamberlain

7003 Main Street Stratford, CT, 06614

POSITION TYPE:
Full-Time

SHIFT(S):
7am-3:00pm

PAY RANGE:
$18.00 - $21.75 per hour

BENEFITS – Full-Time:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for employee ± dependents)
• 401(k) retirement plan (with employer match or contribution)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (as applicable)
• Paid Meal Period
• Paid Time Off (PTO) — vacation, personal days, sick time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Holiday and Overtime Pay (as per facility policy)
• Shift Differential for Weekend, Evening & Night Shifts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Training and Orientation
• Uniform Allowance
• Longevity Awards

JOB SUMMARY:

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) ready for full-time work and eager to make a real difference in residents’ lives? We are seeking a full-time CNA who is committed to delivering high-quality, resident-centered care. At Lord Chamberlain, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional support in a caring, collaborative environment. If you enjoy hands-on care, personal interaction, and being part of a dedicated healthcare team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Help residents with mobility: transferring, repositioning, ambulation, use of mobility aids as needed.
• Take and record residents’ vital signs (e.g. temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration) and monitor for changes in condition.
• Serve meals and assist with feeding residents who need help; monitor and record intake and output as required.
• Provide basic room care: change bed linens, maintain clean, safe, and sanitary resident rooms and common areas.
• Assist with incontinence care, toileting, and maintaining resident dignity and comfort.
• Observe residents’ physical and emotional status; provide companionship and emotional support; alert supervising nurse to any changes or concerns.
• Communicate with residents, families/POAs, and the care team about resident needs, status, and any observed changes.
• Follow all facility policies including infection control, safety procedures, and resident confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Connecticut CNA certification.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Compassionate, resident-centered attitude; strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift, turn, move, and assist residents — including bending, standing, walking, and some heavy lifting — as required by resident care.
• Comfortable working in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment; previous experience preferred but not required.
• Dependable attendance and reliability; ability to work collaboratively as part of a care team while respecting resident dignity and safety.

ABOUT US:

Ryders Health Management is a family-owned management company overseeing Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers. Across all our centers, we provide exceptional, patient-centered care designed to support each resident’s individual recovery or long-term care needs. Our commitment to our staff is as strong as our commitment to our residents. We offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth and development.

OUR CARING COMMUNITY:

Lord Chamberlain is a 190-bed, family-owned skilled nursing facility located in 7003 Main Street Stratford, CT. As part of the Ryders Health family, you’ll join a team backed by over 75 years of experience — rooted in quality care, teamwork, and staffing ratios that exceed industry standards.

Come join our compassionate, dedicated team of professionals!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.