CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Williamsville SNF; Village of Williamsville (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium weekend pay rates

Shift differentials up to $2.25/hour

Health benefits

401(k) with employer match

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Elderwood at Williamsville, NY is seeking a CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant to join our compassionate, mission-driven team. Earn premium weekend pay and enjoy flexible Full-Time, Part-Time, and Weekend Warrior options with shifts including weekends.

CNAs provide hands-on personal and nursing care, support daily living needs, observe condition changes, and report to nurses. Competitive benefits available for benefit-eligible roles.

Qualifications

• Must hold active CNA certification in NY state.
• Active on NY State Nurse Aide Registry with clean record.
• Experience in geriatric care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and monitor personal care duties carried out by Nursing Assistants of an assigned team.
• Report to Charge Nurse unusual symptoms, daily needs and residents' progress.
• Notify Charge Nurse of changes in residents' conditions or needs.
• Follow Profile of Care for each resident and monitor care plan execution.
• Respond immediately to residents' requests.
• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living per their plan.

Skills

CNA Certification

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

State CNA Certification

Job description

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Requisition ID: 2026-36821

# of Openings: 22

Area of Interest: Nursing

Company: Elderwood

Location: Elderwood at Williamsville

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Shift: Full Time or Part Time CNA options, including Weekends-Only

Salary: Up to $26.78 / hr

Reporting Category: CNA/LNA

Overview

CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant – Elderwood at Williamsville, NY

Full-Time, Part-Time & Weekend Warrior Options Available

Earn great pay. Make a difference. Choose the schedule that fits your life - including premium weekend-only shifts.

Your Schedule Options

Weekend Warrior Program (Premium Pay):

• Friday 10:00pm - Monday 6:00am
• 8-hour or 12-hour shifts | 24 hours per weekend
• Perfect for CNAs who want weekdays free and a predictable, high-earning schedule.

Traditional Full-Time & Part-Time CNA Roles:

• All shifts available with shift differentials up to $2.25/hour and the opportunity to participate in our +10% Pay-in-Lieu-of-Benefits program.

Whether you're looking for a consistent weekend schedule or a traditional role with full benefits, Elderwood at Williamsville has a path that fits your life.

About Elderwood at Williamsville

Join our compassionate, mission-driven team at Elderwood at Williamsville, a 200-bed skilled nursing facility and home to Western New York's only non-hospital ventilator unit. As a CNA, you'll provide hands-on personal and nursing care, support daily living needs, observe and report condition changes, and foster dignity, safety, and comfort for residents with complex medical and pulmonary needs.

Why Choose Elderwood at Williamsville

Maximize Your Earnings

• Premium weekend pay rates (Weekend Warrior program)
• +10% Pay Increase when opting out of benefits (Pay-in-Lieu Program)
• Shift Differentials up to $2.25/hour
• Full-Time, Part-Time, and Weekend Warrior roles available

Comprehensive Benefits & Support

• Competitive compensation programs + incentives
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO & holiday package
• Full suite of health benefits (for benefit-eligible roles)
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Employee referral bonus
• Close to public transportation

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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.