CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

CNA – Certified Nursing AssistantSalary: up to $27.00 / hourLocation: Elderwood at Cheektowaga | Cheektowaga, NYLocal Opportunity. Meaningful Work. Room to Grow.At Elderwood at Cheektowaga, CNAs do more than complete a list of daily tasks. You are often the person who notices the small changes, provides reassurance during a difficult day, helps someone regain confidence, and makes sure residents feel known, respected, and comfortable.We are seeking kind, dependable, and collaborative Certified Nursing Assistants to provide hands-on care in our skilled nursing and rehabilitation community. Whether you are beginning your CNA career or bringing years of experience, you can build meaningful relationships, strengthen your clinical observation skills, and contribute to a team where communication and accountability matter.CNA Pay and SchedulingPotential earnings of up to $27.00 per hour, based on experience and including applicable shift differentials and opportunities for eligible employees to elect premium pay in place of certain benefits.Maximize Your EarningsShift differentials for qualifying evening, weekend, and overnight hours - up to $3.00 per hourAdditional premium-pay opportunities for eligible employees who opt out of certain elective benefitsFull-time, part-time, and every-other-weekend scheduling optionsAsk our recruitment team to explain the available compensation programs and how your experience, shift, schedule, and benefit elections may affect your individual rate.Available ShiftsDays: 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Evenings: 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Overnights: 10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.More Than Traditional Long-Term CareElderwood at Cheektowaga is a 172-bed skilled nursing community serving long-term residents, individuals with memory-care needs, and short-stay rehabilitation patients transitioning from hospital to home.Our clinical teams care for individuals recovering from illness, injury, surgery, orthopedic procedures, and cardiac conditions. Facility capabilities include IV therapy, PICC-line management, wound-vac therapy, complex wound and ostomy care, enteral feeding, and dialysis coordination.As a CNA, you will not be responsible for performing licensed-nursing treatments. You will play an essential role in the care team by assisting with daily needs, observing and reporting changes, supporting mobility and recovery goals, and communicating closely with nurses and rehabilitation professionals.This is a strong environment for CNAs who want exposure to a clinically active post-acute setting while developing the observation, communication, and resident-care skills that create a strong foundation for continued healthcare growth.Build a Healthcare Career at ElderwoodA CNA position can be both meaningful work today and the beginning of a longer healthcare career. At Elderwood, CNAs gain valuable experience working directly with residents, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, and clinical leaders. Tuition-reimbursement programs are available to help eligible employees pursue additional education and future opportunities.Whether you want to become a stronger and more experienced CNA or eventually pursue a career as an LPN, RN, educator, or nurse leader, Elderwood offers an environment where your growth can be recognized and supported.Build Your CNA Career Close to HomeElderwood at Cheektowaga offers a convenient healthcare opportunity for CNAs throughout Cheektowaga, West Seneca, Depew, Lancaster, Sloan, South Buffalo, and Buffalo's eastern neighborhoods.Located near I-90 and accessible from Route 33 and other major local corridors, the facility may also be within a practical commute of Lackawanna, Williamsville, Amherst, Clarence, Elma, Alden, Orchard Park, and surrounding Erie County communities.Apply TodayCNA work is active, hands-on, and deeply important. The right candidate will bring compassion - but also reliability, observation, teamwork, and a willingness to be accountable to residents and coworkers.If you take pride in providing respectful care and want an opportunity with multiple shifts, meaningful clinical exposure, and room to grow, apply today to join Elderwood at Cheektowaga.ResponsibilitiesWhat You'll Do as CNA with Elderwood:Assist residents with activities of daily living based on individual needs and plans of careSupport bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, mobility, positioning, and other personal-care needsRespond promptly and respectfully to resident requestsObserve residents closely and report changes in condition, behavior, comfort, appetite, mobility, or daily functioning to the nurseSupport rehabilitation and mobility goals as directed by the care teamHelp maintain a clean, safe, comfortable, and respectful resident environmentCommunicate clearly with nurses, rehabilitation professionals, residents, families, and fellow CNAsFollow infection-prevention, safety, documentation, and resident-rights requirementsContribute to a team culture built on mutual respect, reliability, communication, and accountabilityQualificationsWhat You'll Need as a CNA with Elderwood:Current registration on the New York State Nurse Aide Registry, with no findings or convictions involving resident abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or misappropriation of propertyMust be at least 17 years oldEmployment certificate or permit if 17 years oldHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredPrevious training or work experience in a geriatric setting preferredA caring, patient, and respectful approach to residentsAbility to communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, visitors, and supervisorsAbility to work collaboratively and follow established plans of care and clinical directionPhysical stamina for an active, hands-on resident-care positionAbility to read, write, speak, and understand English at the level necessary for safe care and effective workplace communicationEOE StatementWE 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.