CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Location: Lake Placid, NY

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid 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, PART-TIME, and PER DIEM positions.

Job Description:

• Provide personal and nursing care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents in Elderwood skilled nursing facilities (SNF)
• Work 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:

• 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
• Intermediate or more advanced level of English language proficiency required

Benefits:

• Gas Allowance Stipend
• Pay in lieu of benefits program for part-time clinical staff
• Newly renovated building
• Increased Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks
• Weekday and Weekend Shift Differentials
• Full Benefits Package
• Employee referral program

Lake Placid, the home of the 1980 Winter Olympics, offers a unique environment for both work and leisure, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and a rich cultural heritage.