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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$41,471 / year median in New Jersey
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Why CNAs Choose Arbor Starting Pay:
$19.50-$22.00 per hour (based on experience) Free meal every shift Paid Time Off for Full-Time & Part-Time team members Cash out earned PTO when eligible Flexible pay options—get paid on your schedule Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with company match Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Employee Assistance Program for you and your family Emergency Financial Assistance Career advancement opportunities within The Arbor Company Diversity, Equity & Inclusion training Certified Great Place to Work® culture What You'll Do As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) , you'll play an essential role in helping residents live comfortably, safely, and with dignity.Your responsibilities include:
Providing hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) Supporting residents with mobility, personal care, dressing, and bathing Building meaningful relationships while encouraging independence Monitoring residents and communicating changes to the nursing team Assisting with meals, hydration, and daily routines Creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel at home Working collaboratively with nurses and fellow caregivers to provide exceptional care What We're Looking For Current New Jersey Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification A compassionate, dependable, and positive attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills Previous experience in assisted living, memory care, long-term care, rehabilitation, or home health is welcomed—but we're happy to meet newly certified CNAs as well A genuine passion for serving older adults Why Arbor? At Arbor, you're more than your job title. You're part of a team that believes in supporting one another, celebrating success, and making a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're looking for your next career move or a place to build a long-term future, you'll find opportunity, stability, and purpose here. Join Arbor Terrace Mount Laurel and discover why so many caregivers choose to build their careers with us. Apply today! The Arbor Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Arbor5Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs