CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

About the role

Be the reason someone feels safe, seen, and cared for. At Elderwood, being a CNA is more than a job - it’s the work that defines someone’s day. You are the person who notices the small changes. The one who brings comfort, dignity, and human connection into every interaction. If you take pride in caring for others and want to be part of a team that truly values what you do, we want to meet you. Position located at Elderwood at North Creek in North Creek, NY. Opportunities available for Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per Diem (ESS) schedules with flexible day, evening, and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living based on individual needs and plans of care
• Support bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, mobility, positioning, and other personal-care needs
• Respond promptly and respectfully to resident requests
• Observe residents closely and report changes in condition, behavior, comfort, appetite, mobility, or daily functioning to the nurse
• Support rehabilitation and mobility goals as directed by the care team
• Help maintain a clean, safe, comfortable, and respectful resident environment
• Communicate clearly with nurses, rehabilitation professionals, residents, families, and fellow CNAs
• Follow infection-prevention, safety, documentation, and resident-rights requirements
• Contribute to a team culture built on mutual respect, reliability, communication, and accountability

Qualifications

• Current registration on the New York State Nurse Aide Registry, with no findings or convictions involving resident abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or misappropriation of property
• Must be at least 17 years old
• Employment certificate or permit if 17 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous training or work experience in a geriatric setting preferred
• A caring, patient, and respectful approach to residents
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow established plans of care and clinical direction
• Physical stamina for an active, hands-on resident-care position
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at the level necessary for safe care and effective workplace communication

Benefits

• Gas Allowance Stipend for qualifying commuters
• Full Suite of Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement and PAID Continued Education
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• PTO & Holiday Package
• Employee Referral Bonus – up to $2,000
• Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program – earn 10% higher base pay