CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Salary

Overview

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Elderwood at Hornell

NEW HIGHER PAY RATES + ENHANCED SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS

Earn More. Grow More. Choose Your Schedule.

Elderwood at Hornell is now offering increased CNA base pay and enhanced evening shift differentials - making this one of the strongest CNA opportunities in the Southern Tier.

Whether you’re looking for stability and consistency - or maximum flexibility - we offer options that fit your life. We are hiring:

• Full-Time CNAs (benefit eligible)

• Part-Time CNAs (benefit eleigble)

• Per Diem CNAs through Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS)

One application. Multiple pathways.

Option 1: Join the Core Team at Elderwood:

Updated Pay & Incentives

• Base Pay: Starting at $18.70/hour (new increased minimum)
• Evening Shift (2nd Shift) Differential:
  • $2.00/hour (weekday)
  • $3.00/hour (weekend)
• Night Shift (3rd Shift) Differential:
  • $1.50/hour (weekday)
  • $2.50/hour (weekend)
• Pay-in-Lieu of Benefits: Earn 10% more (eligible roles)

Top earners can exceed $22+/hour with differentials and incentives

Core CNA Team (Full-Time / Part-Time)

• Stability. Team. Growth.
  • Consistent scheduling and routine
  • Strong, collaborative nursing leadership
  • Meaningful relationships with residents
  • Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Benefits Include:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Tuition Assistance & Career Growth

Option 2: Prefer Flexibility? Work Per Diem with ESS

Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS) is our internal clinical float pool designed for experienced CNAs who want flexibility and premium opportunities. Through ESS, you can:

• • Choose per diem scheduling

  • Shift differentials up to $3.00/hr depending on shift/day

  • Work at multiple Elderwood locations if desired

  • Gain exposure across facilities, leaders, teammates, and environments.

  • Maintain preferred status for internal career growth

ESS Requirements:

• • Current NYS CNA certification

  • Minimum 2 years of clinical experience

  • Commitment to:

    • 4 shifts per month

    • At least 2 weekend shifts monthly

    • 2 major holidays per year

  • Ideal for CNAs who want control over their schedule without leaving the Elderwood network.

Why Elderwood at Hornell?

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $18.70/hour, plus up to $3.00/hour shift differentials

• Strong Shift Differential Program 

• Boost Your Earnings: Earn 10% more with our Pay-in-Lieu of Benefits Program

• Full Suite of Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision plans

• Work-Life Balance: PTO & paid holidays

• Growth & Support: Tuition assistance and CNA career development

• Team Spirit: Employee referral bonuses

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Whether you’re looking for stability, flexibility, or higher earnings, you’ll find it here.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do as a CNA at Elderwood - You will play a critical role in ensuring our residents feel comfortable, respected, and cared for every day.

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care aligned with each resident’s care plan

• Observe and report changes in condition to nursing staff

• Support residents’ emotional well-being and engagement

• Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful environment

• Work collaboratively with nurses, therapists, and your care team

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Qualifications

(CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant):

• Seventeen (17) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Employment Certificate/Permit required for 17 years of age.
• Registration in the State Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) is required. Active on the State Nursing Aide Registry with no findings or convictions of resident abuse, mistreatment or misappropriation of property.
• Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
• Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
• Caring and respectful attitude towards residents
• Physical stamina for constant activity required.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

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