CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Elderwood • Ticonderoga, NY

1d • $19 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

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. Whether you’re looking for stability and consistency - or maximum flexibility - we offer options that fit your life. We are hiring: Full-Time CNAs (benefit eligible), Part-Time CNAs (benefit eleigble), and Per Diem CNAs through Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS). This is hands-on work that matters - to residents, families, and your team. If you take pride in what you do and want to work in a supportive environment, apply today.

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• Current NYS CNA certification
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience
• Commitment to 4 shifts per month
• Commitment to at least 2 weekend shifts monthly
• Commitment to 2 major holidays per year

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous training or work experience in a geriatric setting preferred
• A caring, patient, and respectful approach to residents

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

Benefits

• Gas Allowance Benefit
• Competitive pay + shift differentials
• Access to Compensation Programs like Pay-In-Lieu of Benefits to EARN maximum dollar
• Access to a Comprehensive Health package: 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 incudes MSNs)
• Shift differentials up to $3.00/hr depending on shift/day

What This Job Offers

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