CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Elderwood Administrative Services; Town of Ticonderoga (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas allowance

Competitive pay

Pay-in-lieu of benefits

Health package

PTO

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Elderwood at Ticonderoga is seeking CNAs to provide compassionate daily living support to residents on our core team and flexible ESS pool. Roles include full-time, part-time, and per diem pathways with benefit eligibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Gas allowance benefits and competitive pay with shift differentials are offered. Join a team rooted in the local community and make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.

Qualifications

• Current NYS CNA certification required.
• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Employment certificate or permit if 17.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous geriatric care experience preferred.
• English reading, writing, speaking and understanding required for safe care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living per care plans.
• Support bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, mobility, and positioning.
• Respond promptly to resident requests.
• Observe changes and report to nurse.
• Support rehabilitation and mobility goals as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, respectful environment.
• Communicate clearly with nurses, residents, families, and CNAs.
• Follow infection control, safety, and documentation requirements.
• Contribute to a team culture built on respect and accountability.

Skills

NYS CNA certification

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary

$19.00 / hr - $27.14 / hr

Overview

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Pay Rate Range: $19.00 - $27.14 / hour; Earn more with your experience!

NEW! Gas Allowance Benefit for Full, Part-time & Per Diem positions!

Be the reason someone feels safe, seen, and cared for.

At Elderwood, being a CNA is more than a job - it’s the work that defines someone’s day. You are the person who notices the small changes. The one who brings comfort, dignity, and human connection into every interaction.

If you take pride in caring for others and want to be part of a team that truly values what you do, we want to meet you.

Whether you’re looking for stability and consistency - or maximum flexibility - we offer options that fit your life. We are hiring:

• Full-Time CNAs (benefit eligible)

• Part-Time CNAs (benefit eleigble)

• Per Diem CNAs through Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS)

One application. Multiple pathways.

Option 1: Join the Core Team at Elderwood at Ticonderoga:

Looking for consistency, routine, and a team you can truly belong to? As a CNA on a Core Team, you’ll:

• • Provide compassionate ADL support

  • Build meaningful resident relationships

  • Work alongside a stable, collaborative nursing team

  • Be part of a facility rooted in the local community

Full-Time & Part-Time Benefits Include:

• • Gas Allowance Benefit!

  • Competitive pay + shift differentials

  • Access to Compensation Programs like Pay-In-Lieu of Benefits to EARN maximum dollar

  • Access to a Comprehensive Health package: Medical, Dental, Vision

  • PTO - Paid Time Off

  • 401(k) with Employer Matching

  • Access to Tuition Assistance Programs: Advance your career from CNA → LPN → RN (now incudes MSNs)

Option 2: Prefer Flexibility? Work Per Diem with ESS

Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS) is our internal clinical float pool designed for experienced CNAs who want flexibility and premium opportunities. Through ESS, you can:

• • Choose per diem scheduling

  • Shift differentials up to $3.00/hr depending on shift/day

  • Work at multiple Elderwood locations if desired

  • Gain exposure across facilities, leaders, teammates, and environments.

  • Maintain preferred status for internal career growth

ESS Requirements:

• • Current NYS CNA certification

  • Minimum 2 years of clinical experience

  • Commitment to:

    • 4 shifts per month

    • At least 2 weekend shifts monthly

    • 2 major holidays per year

  • Ideal for CNAs who want control over their schedule without leaving the Elderwood network.

Make a Difference Every Shift.

This is hands-on work that matters - to residents, families, and your team.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do as CNA with Elderwood:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living based on individual needs and plans of care

• Support bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, mobility, positioning, and other personal-care needs

• Respond promptly and respectfully to resident requests

• Observe residents closely and report changes in condition, behavior, comfort, appetite, mobility, or daily functioning to the nurse

• Support rehabilitation and mobility goals as directed by the care team

• Help maintain a clean, safe, comfortable, and respectful resident environment

• Communicate clearly with nurses, rehabilitation professionals, residents, families, and fellow CNAs

• Follow infection-prevention, safety, documentation, and resident-rights requirements

• Contribute to a team culture built on mutual respect, reliability, communication, and accountability

Qualifications

What You’ll Need as a CNA with Elderwood:

• Current registration on the New York State Nurse Aide Registry, with no findings or convictions involving resident abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or misappropriation of property

• Must be at least 17 years old

• Employment certificate or permit if 17 years old

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Previous training or work experience in a geriatric setting preferred

• A caring, patient, and respectful approach to residents

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors

• Ability to work collaboratively and follow established plans of care and clinical direction

• Physical stamina for an active, hands‑on resident‑care position

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at the level necessary for safe care and effective workplace communication

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.