Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for healthcare facilities in Wayne, NJ. The contract role offers a full-time schedule with 37.5 hours per week and a pay rate of $28 per hour.

You will perform direct patient care under supervision, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring patient comfort in a hospital or facility setting. The position requires CNA certification, relevant experience, knowledge of medical terminology, and the ability to meet

Qualifications

• One year nursing assistant experience preferred.
• Certification as Nursing Assistant per state/client requirements.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clerical functions.
• Complies with professional standards of practice.
• Current CPR if applicable.
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Current health certificate per contract or state regulation.
• Must meet federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of RN/LPN.
• Perform routine patient care and non-professional services.
• Support personal needs and comfort of patients.

Skills

Nursing assistant experience

Medical terminology knowledge

Clerical functions knowledge

CPR knowledge

Health and safety compliance

Age >= 18

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $28 / Hour

Hours: 37.50

Location: Wayne, NJ

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs directpatient care under the direct supervision of a RN or LPN/LVN or other licensedmedical professional.

The CNA/NA performs a variety of individualized patient careactivities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for thepersonal needs and comforts of patients.

Minimum Requirements:

• One year experience as a nursing assistant preferred
• Certification as a Nursing Assistant per client/staterequirements
• Knowledge of medical terminology and knowledge of clericalfunctions
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Aide

Job Function: Aide | CNA - SNF / LTC | CNA - SNF / LTC

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0354

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $28 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-28T18:44:46