CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Elderwood/Pediatric/PostAcute/Woodmark • Lake Placid, NY

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem opportunities. They offer a PAID CNA training program for those with lapsed licenses. The role emphasizes providing comfort, dignity, and human connection to residents, with options for both stable team environments and flexible per diem work. One application allows for multiple pathways within the company.

Requirements

• Current NYS CNA certification
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience (for Per Diem with ESS)
• Seventeen (17) years of age required
• 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
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Employment Certificate/Permit required for 17 years of age
• Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility
• Provide compassionate, hands-on care aligned with each resident’s care plan
• Observe and report changes in condition to nursing staff
• Support residents’ emotional well-being and engagement
• Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful environment
• Work collaboratively with nurses, therapists, and your care team

Benefits

• Competitive pay + shift differentials
• Access to Compensation Programs like Pay-In-Lieu of Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO - Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Access to Tuition Assistance Programs: Advance your career from CNA → LPN → RN (now includes MSNs)
• Choose per diem scheduling (for ESS)
• Shift differentials up to $3.00/hr depending on shift/day (for ESS)
• Work at multiple Elderwood locations if desired (for ESS)
• Gain exposure across facilities, leaders, teammates, and environments (for ESS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED