Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) — Manhattan, NY 10016

Advanced Access Staff; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Professional environment

Opportunities during high demand

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Manhattan seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide high-quality, personalized patient care in various healthcare environments. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and supporting licensed nursing staff. Candidates must have a valid New York State CNA certification and experience in healthcare settings is preferred. The position offers flexible scheduling and competitive compensation of $22–$26 per hour, with higher rates for emergency coverage. Join a professional team dedicated to patient care and support.

Qualifications

• Must have current and valid New York State CNA certification.
• Previous CNA experience in healthcare settings preferred.
• Familiar with EMR/EHR systems and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities (ADLs).
• Measure and record vital signs accurately in EHR systems.
• Support licensed nursing staff with patient observation and routine tasks.
• Provide compassionate care for diverse patient populations.

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliability

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

New York State CNA certification

Tools

Epic

Cerner

Meditech

eClinicalWorks

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) — Manhattan, NY 10016

Manhattan, United States | Posted on 01/19/2026

Advanced Access Staff is a U.S. and Canada‑based staffing agency specializing in providing temporary, gig, and seasonal workers to industries experiencing labor shortages, particularly in construction, manufacturing, and hospitality. The company focuses on connecting businesses with pre‑screened, job‑ready talent, ensuring that projects stay on time and within budget. Through its online job training center, Advanced Access Staff offers short‑term certification programs to prepare workers with essential skills, increasing their marketability and effectiveness on the job. The agency also collaborates with a reputable immigration law firm to help U.S. employers legally hire qualified international job seekers, streamlining the process for employment‑based visas. With an emphasis on speed, compliance, and quality, Advanced Access Staff delivers flexible and reliable staffing solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of modern businesses across the United States.

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our healthcare team in Manhattan, NY (10016). In this vital role, you will deliver high‑quality, personalized patient care across a range of healthcare environments, including hospitals, long‑term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, assisted living communities, and post‑acute care settings.

Your professionalism, reliability, and commitment to patient dignity will directly support continuity of care during routine operations as well as periods of increased demand, emergency response, or staffing disruption.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a structured, compliance‑focused, and supportive healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility support using assistive devices such as Hoyer lifts and transfer equipment.
• Measure, monitor, and accurately record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration) in electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech, or eClinicalWorks.
• Support licensed nursing staff with patient observation, rounding, and routine clinical tasks while adhering to HIPAA and facility protocols.
• Provide compassionate care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, behavioral health needs, or post‑acute rehabilitation requirements.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver coordinated, patient‑centered care.li>
• Maintain infection control standards, including aseptic techniques during wound care, catheter care, and isolation procedures.
• Assist with patient transfers, ambulation, and positioning while ensuring safety and proper body mechanics.
• Support rehabilitation and recovery programs by assisting patients with exercises, mobility routines, and daily activities.
• Deliver respectful and compassionate care to diverse patient populations, primarily adult and geriatric patients.
• Document all patient care activities thoroughly and accurately within facility‑approved medical documentation systems.

Experience & Qualifications

• Current and valid New York State CNA certification.
• Previous experience as a CNA in hospitals, long‑term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, assisted living communities, or similar healthcare settings preferred.
• Experience in acute care, medical‑surgical units, or high‑acuity environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech, eClinicalWorks, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of infection control practices, patient safety standards, and basic medical terminology.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and attention to detail.
• BLS certification preferred.

Schedule & Expected Hours

• Standard operations: 36–40 hours per week.
• Emergency or surge coverage: 48–60 hours per week available.
• Strike or crisis response: Extended shifts (up to 60–72 hours per week) may be required to ensure continuity of care.
• Flexible scheduling may include day, evening, night, weekend, per-diem, or rotational shifts based on facility needs.

Compensation

• Standard rate: $22–$26 per hour.
• Emergency coverage: $28–$32 per hour.
• Strike / crisis response: $35–$42 per hour.
• Rates vary based on experience, shift type, and urgency level.

Why Join Us

• Work within a professional, compliance-driven healthcare organization.
• Access consistent scheduling with expanded opportunities during high-demand periods.
• Support patient safety, dignity, and continuity of care in critical healthcare settings.
• Be part of a team trusted to perform when reliability matters most.

Apply Today

If you are a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant seeking stable opportunities with the ability to support both routine and critical care needs, we encourage you to apply.