NURSING ASSISTANT CERTIFIED -NURSING GERIATRICS

Jamaica HospitalNew York, NY, United States

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CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS (CNAs)

Location : Jamaica, NY

Department : Nursing

Reports To : Head Nurse / Nursing Care Coordinator

Employment Type : Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem | Union / Non-Exempt

Shifts Available : Day, Evening, and Night

About Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home

Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home, a CMS five-star rated facility, is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our residents. We take pride in fostering a supportive, professional, and rewarding work environment where our staff can thrive and grow.

Position Summary

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our skilled nursing team. With opportunities available across full-time, part-time, and per diem shifts, CNAs play an essential role in ensuring our residents receive the care, dignity, and respect they deserve.

Key Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
Encourage and support residents in regaining independence through ambulation and exercises.
Provide skin care and administer treatments as directed by licensed nursing staff.
Accurately document care and follow nursing instructions in the electronic health record.
Maintain resident safety, comfort, and confidentiality at all times.
Assist with resident admissions, discharges, and transportation.
Safely operate, maintain, and clean resident care equipment.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and mandatory educational programs.
Uphold infection control, safety, and compliance standards.
Foster positive communication and respectful interactions with residents, families, and colleagues.

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Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Completion of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program

Current listing on the New York State Nurse Aide Registry

Minimum 1 year of CNA experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting preferred

Skills & Experience

Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure or emergency situations

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of performing CNA responsibilities

Willingness to learn and operate resident care equipment

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Frequent lifting, moving, and positioning of residents and equipment

Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, and squatting

Exposure to various resident care elements and clinical conditions

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful difference in residents' lives every day

Work with a supportive and compassionate nursing team

Access to ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

A workplace that values inclusion, teamwork, and respect

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