Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Full Time and Part Time | Day and Evening Shift
Pay between $22-$28/hour
(based on experience and shift differential)

At St. Margaret's Center, we see kids, not conditions.

St. Margaret's Center , an affiliate of the Center for Disability Services, is a 94-bed pediatric and young adult skilled nursing facility located in Albany, NY . Founded in 1883, we provide specialized long-term care for medically fragile infants, children, and young adults on a single dedicated campus.

Our team delivers advanced 24-hour medical care in a nurturing, home-like environment where residents can experience a full childhood - including school, activities, family time, and friendships.

Requirements for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -

• Current and valid New York State CNA certification
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to safely lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

What you'll do as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -

• Provide high-quality care to residents, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) in accordance with individualized care plans
• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, and toileting while maintaining dignity and privacy
• Reposition and transfer residents safely, including turning and repositioning at least every two hours
• Monitor and report changes in residents' condition, including skin integrity, to the Charge Nurse promptly
• Assist with feeding and hydration, following dietary guidelines and care plan interventions
• Support residents with mobility, including range-of-motion exercises and use of assistive devices as directed by PT/OT
• Conduct routine safety rounds to ensure resident well-being and comfort
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment in accordance with infection control standards

What Makes St. Margaret's a Great Place to Work -

• Unique specialty pediatric skilled nursing facility
• Smaller care units (average 16 residents per unit)
• Higher staffing ratios for quality care
• Supportive, team-focused environment
• Playful and engaging atmosphere for residents
• All school-aged children receive educational services
• Residents are actively included in community outings and schooling
• Competitive pay
• Evening, night, and weekend shift differentials

Benefits for St. Margaret's Team Members

As part of the Center for Disability Services , St. Margaret's Center offers a mission-driven career with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Life Insurance
• Free Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Career Development Programs
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Wellness Program
• Optional Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Life, Disability, Critical Illness, and more)
• Employees have access to Rain, allowing them to access earned wages ahead of their regular payday

At The Center for Disability Services, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.