Certified Nurse Assistant/CNA

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others? Join our team at Elderwood at Waverly, a leading long-term care facility in Waverly, NY!

Job Description

• 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.
• 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 Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care and individual needs.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• CNA starting rate range: $19 - $25.30 / hour (Earn More with More Experience).
• Earn 16% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program.
• 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!

Community Overview

Elderwood at Waverly is located in Waverly, NY, between Elmira and Binghamton, NY, along the Twin Tiers. Offering a continuum of care, the campus features a 200-bed skilled nursing facility with secure memory care and Adult Medical Day Services, adjacent to an assisted living community. A spacious, up-to-date therapy gym accommodates residential subacute rehabilitation and outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy.