What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA position at Vestracare?
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
RATE: $18.00 – $19.88 per hour
Sign on Bonus up to $3,000
SHIFT: Full-Time, Part-Time, All Shifts
Join our compassionate care team!
We’re hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who are dedicated to providing high-quality, hands-on care for residents in our Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab, Dunkirk NY. If you're a CNA looking for a stable job with great teamwork and career support—we want to meet you!
Responsibilities
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Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility
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Provide basic patient care and emotional support under the direction of licensed nursing staff
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Document vital signs, input/output, and report changes in condition to nurse
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Help with transfers, positioning, and ambulation using safe techniques and equipment (e.g., gait belts, Hoyer lifts)
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Maintain a clean, safe, and positive environment for residents
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Support rehabilitation goals by encouraging independence and dignity
Requirements
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Valid CNA
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Ability to lift, turn, and transfer residents safely
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility
- Prior experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or rehabilitation preferred but not required
Why Join Us?
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Competitive wages & shift differentials
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Health, dental, vision & 401(k) with company contributions
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Opportunities for advancement (CNA to LPN and more)
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Tuition reimbursement
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Supportive leadership and a team that values YOU
Ready to make a difference in someone’s day—every day?
Apply now and take the next step in your CNA career!