CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Elderwood of Ticonderoga is seeking high-quality, compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to be on the front lines, making a difference in the lives of our residents and their families. We are looking to fill our full-time and part-time positions.

Job Description

• Provide personal and nursing care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents in our skilled nursing facility under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• 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.
• Respond immediately to residents' requests.
• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) according to their plan of care and individual needs.

Requirements

• Sixteen (16) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 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

• Pay rate range: $19.00 - $27.14 per hour. Earn more with experience.
• New gas allowance benefit for full and part-time positions.
• Sign-on bonus: $7500.00 for full-time, $3750.00 for part-time.
• Gas allowance stipend.
• Pay in lieu of benefits for our part-time clinical staff - ask us how to earn 16% more!
• Increased tuition assistance program for clinical tracks - ask HR about our school partners that provide the most reimbursement & assistance.
• Shift differentials.
• Full benefits package, including 401k with employer match.
• Employee referral program.

Community Overview

This position is located in Ticonderoga, NY, in the heart of the Adirondacks.