CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Salary

Overview

Local Opportunity. Big Impact.

Explore a Clinical Career with Purpose at Elderwood at Grand Island

New CNA Pay Rates:

• Rates up to $22.06/hour
• Rates are based on your experience and shift differentials where applicable. 

Maximize Your Earnings:

• Ask us how to earn an additional premium rate when opting out of certain elective benefits!
•  Shift Differentials where applicable
•  Full-Time and Part-Time -  CNA roles available
• Reduced tolls available for employees crossing the Grand Island Bridge.

Available CNA Shifts:

• Days: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Evenings: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Overnights: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Why Choose Elderwood at Grand Island:

• Competitive Compensation Programs + Incentives 
• 401K with Employer Match
• PTO & Holiday Package
• Full Suite of Health Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus

Build Your Clinical Career Close to Home

Elderwood at Grand Island is conveniently located for CNAs throughout Grand Island, Kenmore, Tonawanda, Niagara Falls, Wheatfield, North Tonawanda, and Buffalo.

Join a local nursing team committed to clinical quality, professional development, and consistent resident-centered care.

Join a Team That Values Mutual Respect and Accountability:

• At Elderwood at Grand Island, we’re looking for kind, collaborative, and dedicated CNAs to provide personal and compassionate care in a supportive team environment. Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunity, stability, and growth here.

Apply Today. We’re ready when you are.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do as CNA with Elderwood:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living based on individual needs and plans of care

• Support bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, mobility, positioning, and other personal-care needs

• Respond promptly and respectfully to resident requests

• Observe residents closely and report changes in condition, behavior, comfort, appetite, mobility, or daily functioning to the nurse

• Support rehabilitation and mobility goals as directed by the care team

• Help maintain a clean, safe, comfortable, and respectful resident environment

• Communicate clearly with nurses, rehabilitation professionals, residents, families, and fellow CNAs

• Follow infection-prevention, safety, documentation, and resident-rights requirements

• Contribute to a team culture built on mutual respect, reliability, communication, and accountability

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Qualifications

What 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 property

• Must be at least 17 years old

• Employment certificate or permit if 17 years old

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Previous training or work experience in a geriatric setting preferred

• A caring, patient, and respectful approach to residents

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors

• Ability to work collaboratively and follow established plans of care and clinical direction

• Physical stamina for an active, hands-on resident-care position

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at the level necessary for safe care and effective workplace communication

EOE Statement