Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Putnam Ridge is a 160 bed Skilled Nursing and Post-acute Rehabilitation facility, located on beautiful Mount Ebo Road North in Brewster, NY.

We are seeking dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants to join our team working with our primarily geriatric population. Patience and kindness necessary.

We have Full time, Part time, and Per Diem positions available for Day, Evening, and Night shifts. If you are looking to advance your career, then Putnam Ridge is the place for you! We offer an excellent salary, benefit package, tuition reimbursement and a generous sign on bonus.

Your expertise can be utilized on one of our 4 units which include short term rehab, dementia and long term care.

Up to $26.00 hourly!!!

Payrate varies based on years of experience.

Sign-on bonus for Full Time status

CNA Responsibilities

• Provides direct resident / patient care under the supervision of RN or LPN.
• Follow individualized resident plan of care.
• Performs duties such as : activities of daily living- bathing, dressing, assistance in nutrition and hydration, locomotion / ambulation, feeding, incontinence care, toileting, oral hygiene, skin care, grooming such as : comb / brush hair, nail care, shave.

Bowel and bladder assistance, maintenance rehab, proper understanding of least restrictive device regulations, proper utilization of restraint devices, special care needs.

• Documents resident care accurately and legibly as per facility policy.
• Notes resident changes of condition and reports same to LPN / RN.
• Performs vital signs as directed.
• Performs tasks and responsibilities of assigned shift.
• Reports on duty, listens to and / or obtains report from Charge Nurse, receives assignment.
• Makes two hour and PRN rounds on all residents.
• Keeps unit neat and clean; straightens, nourishment station, clean and dirty utility room and other areas as assigned.
• Performs procedures outlined for Certified Nursing Assistants in the procedure manual.
• Assists in the psycho-social aspect of the resident by cross training in recreational therapy.
• Ensure the resident is out of bed, dressed and ready to participate in activities of choice.
• Assist with transportation, if needed, to and from activities.
• Provide assistance with ADLs during activities if necessary.
• Assist resident to participate in individual activities of choice, (ie : setup of equipment, positioning assistance, providing sufficient lighting and space).
• Inform residents of various activities available to them even when Activities staff are not available.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

CNA Benefits

• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Healthcare Benefits (Eligible FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off (Eligible Employees)
• Direct Deposit
• Competitive Referral Program
• Paid Orientation
• New Grads Welcome!

CNA Requirements

New York State CNA License ( If you have Connecticut certification, we will pay for you to get New York certified)

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Pay : Up to $26.00 per hour

Benefits :

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k
• AFLAC
• Life Insurance (Eligible FT Employees)

Physical setting :

• Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Facility
Standard shift :
• Day shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule :

• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule :

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location : In person

We will cover monthly train pass and provide taxi service between the Brewster train station and the facility.

EEO Statement :

Putnam Ridge is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, creed, natural origin, sex, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital / familial status, civil union / domestic partnership status, veteran / military status, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, handicap, actual or perceived disability, pregnancy, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offences, or any other category protected by applicable law.

All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Putnam Ridge will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.