CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Grand Island SNF; Town of Grand Island (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing compassionate care as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). In this rewarding role, you will support residents' physical and emotional needs while working collaboratively with licensed nurses. Enjoy competitive pay rates that increase with experience and access to a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and health benefits. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about helping others and want to be part of a caring team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Employee Referral Bonus

401K with Employer Matching

PTO & Holiday Package

Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

Shift Differentials

Other Compensation Programs

Qualifications

• Registration in the State Nurse Aide Registry required.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Direct and monitor personal care duties of Nursing Assistants.
• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Report unusual symptoms to Charge Nurse.

Skills

Communication Skills

Supervisory Skills

Caring Attitude

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Requisition ID

2025-32254

# of Openings

15

Area of Interest

Nursing

Company

Elderwood

Location

Elderwood at Grand Island

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Shift

apply here for part-time or full-time CNA opportunities

Salary

Pay: $17.00 - $20.62 / hour

Salary

Pay: $17.00 - $20.62 / hour

Overview

Rates increase depending on years of certification - let's find out how much your experience is worth! Earn even more with our pay-in-lieu of benefits program (11% premium if you opt out of medical and PTO)

Reduced tolls available for employees crossing the Grand Island Bridge.

At Elderwood, we are seeking kind, collaborative and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our clinical network.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Position Overview:

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) provide personal and nursing care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents in Elderwood skilled nursing facilities (SNF). They are under the direction of a licensed nurse. State specific certification is required.

Elderwood Benefits as a CNA (must qualify):

• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus
• 401K with Employer Matching
• PTO & Holiday Package
• Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Shift Differentials
• Other Compensation Programs!

Responsibilities

(CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant):

• Direct and monitor the personal care duties carried out by Nursing Assistants of an assigned team.
• Report to Charge Nurse unusual symptoms, daily needs and progress of residents.
• Notify Charge Nurse of changes in residents' conditions or needs
• Follow the Profile of Care for each resident and monitor the performance of the Nursing Assistants in carrying out the appropriate aspects of the care plan.
• Responsible for responding immediately to residents' requests.
• Assist residents with the following Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care and individual needs.

Qualifications

(CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant):

• Seventeen (17) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Employment Certificate/Permit required for 17 years of age.
• Registration in the State Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) is required. Active on the State Nursing Aide Registry with no findings or convictions of resident abuse, mistreatment or misappropriation of property.
• Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
• Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
• Caring and respectful attitude towards residents
• Physical stamina for constant activity required.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.