CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Elderwood•Buffalo, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood at Cheektowaga Skilled Nursing Facility is looking for Certified Nursing Assistants to join our clinical team! We are currently hiring for multiple shifts: 6 AM - 2 PM, 2 PM - 10 PM, and 10 PM - 6 AM. Shift differentials are available for evenings, nights, and weekends, offering up to an additional $3.00 per hour. Please note that this facility is not currently hosting CNA classes, and a valid CNA certification is required to qualify for this position.

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.
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.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
Responsible for responding immediately to residents’ requests.
Assist residents with the following Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care and individual needs.