Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

JGS Lifecare•Longmeadow, MA

8d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

JGS – Leavitt Family Jewish Home in Longmeadow, Massachusetts is seeking compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistants to provide resident care that supports dignity, comfort, safety, and independence. Full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities are available. Pay is $18.50–$21.00 per hour, based on experience. Eligible hires working the 11:00 PM–7:00 AM shift may receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Eligible positions offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, additional voluntary benefits, vacation and sick time, and a paid birthday. The workplace is described as supportive, welcoming, and inclusive. Applicants must hold current CNA certification in good standing on the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry, communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing, and demonstrate a compassionate, dependable, and respectful approach to resident care. Candidates must be committed to protecting resident dignity, safety, and confidentiality. The employer conducts background checks and professional reference checks. If selected, candidates must provide a recent physical and required immunizations, including fully vaccinated status for Covid-19.

Requirements

Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing on the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Compassionate, dependable, and respectful approach to resident care.
Commitment to protecting resident dignity, safety, and confidentiality.
Ability to provide a recent physical and required immunizations, including fully-vaccinated status for Covid-19, if selected.
Successful completion of background checks and professional reference checks.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, meals, and other activities of daily living.
Assist residents with walking, transfers, repositioning, and mobility equipment while promoting safety, comfort, and independence.
Monitor residents for changes in physical, emotional, or cognitive condition and promptly communicate observations to the nursing team.
Respond to call lights and resident requests in a timely, respectful, and caring manner.
Encourage residents to participate in social and recreational activities that support engagement and quality of life.
Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment while following infection-prevention and resident-safety procedures.