Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Per Diem

Company: Elderwood at Cheektowaga
Location: Tonawanda
Posted on: November 18, 2021

Job Description:

This job is located in Cheektowaga.Join Our Team: Are you ready for a rewarding career? Join a company that cares for you, too. Overview:Per Diem Opportunity!Are you a CNA looking for flexible shifts and weekly pay? Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team.Apply today for a Part time, Full time or Per Diem CNA opportunity with Elderwood at Cheektowaga. This facility offers flexibility with shifts: 4, 8, & 12 hour shift options & WEEKLY PAY.About Elderwood at Cheektowaga:Centrally located to the metro-Buffalo region, Elderwood at Cheektowaga is a well-established long-term care community offering round-the-clock skilled nursing care and comprehensive subacute rehab services. Residents with dementia benefit from Elderwood's Seasons Memory Care program. The community is part of a continuum on the suburban campus that allows seniors to age in place with Elderwood assisted living and independent living communities nearby.Other Perks include:Robust Tuition Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonuses401K AND EMPLOYER MATCHING Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) Position Overview:Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) provide personal and nursing care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents in our skilled nursing facility. They are under the direction of a licensed nurse. State specific certification is required.Shifts Options for CNAs:Day: 6a-2pEvenings: 2p-10p OR 3p-9pOvernights: 10p-6a All shifts include every other weekend requirementsResponsibilities: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 needsFollow 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.Qualifications:Sixteen (16) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent preferredRegistration 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 personnelAbility to communicate well verbally and in writingCaring and respectful attitude towards residentsPhysical stamina for constant activity required.Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.Elderwood expects all current and new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical or religious exemption from vaccination.EOE Statement: WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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