CNA
Location: Waterbury, CT 06705
About the Role
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) ready for full-time work and eager to make a real difference in residents’ lives? We are seeking a full-time CNA who is committed to delivering high-quality, resident-centered care. At Cheshire House, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional support in a caring, collaborative environment. If you enjoy hands-on care, personal interaction, and being part of a dedicated healthcare team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene.
- Help residents with mobility: transferring, repositioning, ambulation, use of mobility aids as needed.
- Take and record residents’ vital signs (e.g. temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration) and monitor for changes in condition.
- Serve meals and assist with feeding residents who need help; monitor and record intake and output as required.
- Provide basic room care: change bed linens, maintain clean, safe, and sanitary resident rooms and common areas.
- Assist with incontinence care, toileting, and maintaining resident dignity and comfort.
- Observe residents’ physical and emotional status; provide companionship and emotional support; alert supervising nurse to any changes or concerns.
- Communicate with residents, families/POAs, and the care team about resident needs, status, and any observed changes.
- Follow all facility policies including infection control, safety procedures, and resident confidentiality.
Requirements
- Valid Connecticut CNA certification.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Compassionate, resident-centered attitude; strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Physical stamina and ability to lift, turn, move, and assist residents — including bending, standing, walking, and some heavy lifting — as required by resident care.
- Comfortable working in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment; previous experience preferred but not required.
- Dependable attendance and reliability; ability to work collaboratively as part of a care team while respecting resident dignity and safety.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for employee ± dependents)
- 401(k) retirement plan (with employer match or contribution)
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability (as applicable)
- Paid Meal Period
- Paid Time Off (PTO) — vacation, personal days, sick time
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Holiday and Overtime Pay (as per facility policy)
- Shift Differential for Weekend, Evening & Night Shifts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts
- Paid Training and Orientation
- Uniform Allowance
- Longevity Awards
Pay
$19.50 - $21.50 per hour
Schedule
Full-time shifts available: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
About Us
Ryders Health Management is a family-owned management company overseeing Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers. Across all our centers, we provide exceptional, patient-centered care designed to support each resident’s individual recovery or long-term care needs. Our commitment to our staff is as strong as our commitment to our residents. We offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth and development.
Cheshire House is a 75-bed, family-owned skilled nursing facility located in Waterbury. As part of the Ryders Health family, you’ll join a team backed by over 75 years of experience — rooted in quality care, teamwork, and staffing ratios that exceed industry standards. Come join our compassionate, dedicated team of professionals!