CNA Certified Nursing Assistant Designation Open For Elderwood

Job Description:

Elderwood at Amherst is seeking a reliable and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for our skilled nursing facility. The CNA will provide personal and nursing care to meet the physical and emotional needs of our residents. They will work under the direction of a licensed nurse and be responsible for assisting residents with activities of daily living, reporting any changes in residents' conditions or needs, and following the care plan for each resident.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and monitor the personal care duties carried out by Nursing Assistants of an assigned team.
• Report to the 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.
• COVID-19 vaccination required; medical exemptions may be considered.

Elderwood offers a competitive salary ranging from $15.50 to $23.00 per hour, with the possibility of earning more with additional experience. Other benefits include a tuition assistance program for nursing aspirations, robust employee referral bonuses, 401K with employer matching, free uniforms, and a full suite of health benefits. Join our growing team at Elderwood and grow with us!