Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

JOB SUMMARY

Hourly Rate Range: $22.00 - $25.00

When determining a base salary or hourly rate, several factors may be considered as applicable such as years of relevant experience, education, credentials.

2nd Shift Differential: $1.60

3rd Shift Differential: $0.85

Weekend Differential: $2.00


About Christian Health:
We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are.

Why Join Our Team
Join an award-winning workplace. Named one of NJBIZ's 2026 Best Places to Work in New Jersey, Christian Health offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference. Across our twelve campuses, eleven communities, six service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference - come join us!

We have an exciting opportunity for part-time Certified Nursing Assistant's to provide residents with routine nursing care in accordance with established CH policies and procedures in Heritage Manor. Heritage Manor offers four specialized areas of care: Skilled Nursing Care, Dementia Care, Bolger Short-term Rehab and In-patient Hospice. Providing the best care starts with having the best people. A full-time medical director is on staff and coordinates a highly skilled team that includes: On-site physicians, Dietitians, Clinical nurse specialists, Geriatric nurse practitioners, Chaplains, Psychiatrists, Social workers and Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapists. Together, these team members create an individualized care plan for each resident designed to meet their unique needs. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health.

Schedule: Part Time, Shifts available: 7:00am-3:00pm, 3:00pm-11:00pm,11:00pm -7:00am. Every Other Weekend required.

Education:

• High school education required.
• Valid Certified Nursing Assistant certification required.

Competencies:

• Supports the medical/clinical needs of the resident by transporting and timely preparation for rehabilitation therapy, medical tests, and consultation/physician appointment. Collects timely and accurate specimens, vital signs, weights and measurements. Reports findings to nurse or other appropriate clinicians.
• Demonstrates receptiveness to new ideas, and responsiveness to constructive criticism.
• Contributes to the overall care, concern and comfort of all residents on the wings. Assist unit as deemed necessary.
• Appropriately encourages residents to participate in self-care of ADLs as part of their rehabilitation and/or maintenance of abilities.
• Assists in the maintenance and enhancement of the residents personal space and environment by making beds, maintaining room temperature, assuring personal preferences of stimulation are offered/supplied i.e.: music, radio, snoezlen, activity box. Assures all equipment, furnishings and space is clean and in good repair.
• Provides accurate and appropriate feedback, communication and evaluation to resident and family regarding care provided by CNAs. Refers clinical/medical questions to nurse or appropriate clinicians.
• Follows standard Precautions Guidelines for Infection Control. Reports any communicable or infectious disease to the shift Supervisor. Follows established isolation precautions and procedures.
• Provides personal care to residents with a focus on resident preferences in regard to how and when care is provided for meal assistance, feeding, washing, bathing, mouth care, dressing, hair care, nail care, shaving and bed/chair positioning.
• Follows the plan of care in handheld PDA assigned residents. Provides timely and accurate documentation.
• Helps to improve or maintain resident's level of functioning and health status through proactive and timely assistance with bowel and bladder functions. Recording intake and output, ambulation, transfer, range of motion, use of assistive devices/splints. Appropriate use of restraints, per policy.
• Provides comfort to resident throughout the day with a focus on resident preferences, including regular repositioning in bed or chair, changes of clothes or bedding when soiled or wet and pain management through key times rounding and answering call bells within standard time. Checks and documents proper functioning and use of specialty mattress. Assures nurse call bell is always within reach and call bells are answered promptly.
• Observes and reports all unusual changes, occurrences, including physical or emotional status, functioning, behavior; including falls, skin breakdown, pressure wounds, complaints, grievances and clinical needs.
• Reviews and updates Personal Care Records.
• Supports the resident and family during transitionsof admission, transfer or discharge including orientation and welcome to unit/room, packing/unpacking of personal belongings. (ESSENTIAL; DAILY)
• Encourages and assists resident in participation of activities and social programs, i.e.: parties, church services, outdoor programs, snoezlen. Regularly uses resident activity boxes. Offers timely and regular transport to activities.
• Demonstrates consistent reliability/dependability through attendance and punctuality.
• Adheres to Christian Health's Code of Ethical and Legal Behavior, including completion of specific training and educational programs as deemed necessary for the position.
• Cooperates and contributes to company initiatives as deemed appropriate for increased patient satisfaction.
• Carries out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned in an effort to improve processes involved in health care delivery and resident quality of life.
• Follows established policies and procedures in support of CH QAPI efforts to ensure high quality care.

Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to part-time employees that includes:

• 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Child Day Care Center on campus
• Gift shop on campus
• Free onsite parking on campus
• Pay differentials
• Exclusive employee discounts and special offers
• Access to earned wages prior to payday

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrates compliance with the CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance.

Qualifications:

• Six (6) months Nursing Assistant experience preferred.
• Must be a graduate of an approved Nurses' Aide Training Program, or be eligible to enter such a program, graduate and pass a state approved competency evaluation within 120 days from the date of employment.
• Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age.

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below.

Min

USD $22.00/Hr.

Max

USD $25.00/Hr.