About this opportunity
Elderwood lists this CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant opportunity in depew, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Elderwood at Lancaster | Lancaster, New York
New Leadership. Strong Support. A Team Ready to Move Forward.
Elderwood at Lancaster is building new momentum under an engaged leadership team - and we are looking for compassionate, dependable CNAs who want to be part of it.
Here, you will be supported by facility nursing leadership and a broader corporate clinical team committed to clear communication, consistent standards, and helping employees succeed. Whether you are an experienced CNA or beginning your clinical career, you will have leaders who listen, provide direction, and recognize the importance of the care you deliver every day.
CNAs are at the center of the resident experience. At Elderwood at Lancaster, you will have the opportunity to join a team moving forward with new leadership, strong clinical support, and a renewed focus on communication, teamwork, and quality care.
If you are ready to bring compassion, reliability, and the right attitude to a team that is ready to support you, we would like to meet you.
Apply today. We're ready when you are.
New CNA Pay Rates
Earn up to $20.62 per hour
Experienced CNAs may qualify for additional earning opportunities
Ask how you may earn an additional 10% of your base rate by opting out of certain elective benefits
$5 shift differential for evening shifts
Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Available CNA Shifts
Days: 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.
Build Your Clinical Career Close to Home
Elderwood at Lancaster is conveniently located for CNAs throughout Lancaster, Depew, Cheektowaga, Sloan, Elma, Marilla, Alden, Clarence, Harris Hill, Akron, Darien Center, Corfu, Pembroke, Batavia, and the surrounding eastern Erie and western Genesee County communities.
You can build a meaningful clinical career close to home while working with a team focused on resident-centered care, employee development, mutual respect, and accountability.
What You Can Expect
An engaged leadership team focused on creating a positive, well-supported work environment
Accessible nursing leaders who provide guidance, communication, and clinical support
Partnership with experienced facility and corporate clinical resources
Opportunities to strengthen your clinical skills and continue growing with Elderwood
Meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers
What You'll Bring - We are looking for CNAs who:
Provide personal, respectful, and compassionate care
Bring a dependable, team-first attitude to every shift
Communicate openly and professionally
Accept feedback and take pride in continuing to learn
Support coworkers when help is needed
Understand that accountability and kindness belong together
Want to contribute to a stronger nursing team and a positive resident experience
Responsibilities
What You'll Do as a CNA:
Lead by example while directing and monitoring the personal-care responsibilities completed by Nursing Assistants on your assigned team.
Observe residents closely and promptly report changes in condition, unusual symptoms, daily needs, and progress to the Charge Nurse.
Follow each resident's individualized care plan and help ensure assigned care is completed accurately, consistently, and respectfully.
Respond promptly to residents' requests and communicate concerns to the appropriate nursing team member.
Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living according to their individual needs and plan of care.
Promote residents' comfort, safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life through attentive, compassionate care.
Work closely with nurses and fellow Nursing Assistants to maintain clear communication and continuity of care throughout the shift.
Contribute to a supportive, accountable team environment by helping coworkers and raising concerns when additional assistance is needed.
Qualifications
What You'll Need as CNA:
Required
Must be at least 17 years old. Candidates who are 17 must provide the required Employment Certificate or Permit.
Active registration with the State Nurse Aide Registry, with no findings or convictions related to resident abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or misappropriation of property.
A caring, patient, and respectful approach to working with residents.
Ability to guide and work effectively with other nursing personnel.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to perform assigned responsibilities consistently and according to established standards of care.
Physical stamina to meet the demands of an active, resident-care position.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or higher level to support resident safety, effective teamwork, and clear communication with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors.
Preferred
High school diploma or equivalent.
Training or work experience in a geriatric, skilled nursing, or long-term care setting.
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.
Worksite address
depew, NY, 14043, US
Who can apply
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