CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement plan (10% defined contrib.)

Training & growth

Job summary

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Ridgefield, CT is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our dedicated care team. You will assist residents with daily living activities, monitor health needs, and support a safe, comfortable environment for seniors.

We offer competitive pay, ongoing training, growth opportunities, and a supportive, family-oriented setting affiliated with National Health Care Associates.

Qualifications

• Valid state CNA certification.
• Compassionate and patient-centric care.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Support mobility and transfers.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment.

Skills

CNA certification

Compassionate care

Patient support

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

State CNA certification

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, Connecticut, 06877

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Full-Time

Part Time

3p-11p

11p-7a

What You’ll Do:

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate and personalized care to our residents. You will assist residents with activities of daily living, monitor their health, provide emotional support, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Monitoring and recording vital signs
• Providing emotional support and companionship to residents
• Assisting with mobility and transfers
• Collaborating with the nursing team to develop care plans
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents

If you are passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together, we invite you to join our team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)!

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Laurel Ridge family will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You’ll Bring:

Qualifications of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) include:

• Valid state certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Dedication to upholding high standards of care

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centres are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centres include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National centre, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.