CNA Training Track (support Aide)

Nurse Aide Trainee Program

Paid Nurse Aide Certification Program!

Location: Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY — Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics!

Pay Rate: Starting at $19.25/hour Status: Full-Time | Part-Time NEW! Gas Allowance Benefit for eligible employees

Ready to Launch Your Healthcare Career?

Have you always been a natural caregiver? Maybe you're a nursing student, former CNA, Home Health Aide, or PCA looking to advance your skills and make a meaningful impact? Our PAID Nurse Aide Trainee Program at Elderwood of Uihlein is the perfect next step to gain hands-on experience and become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

What We Offer:

• NEW! Gas Allowance Stipend for Full & Part-Time positions
• Pay-in-Lieu-of-Benefits program (earn 16% more!)
• Shift Differentials for weekdays and weekends
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and more)
• Tuition Assistance Program for clinical career tracks
• Newly renovated building in a scenic Lake Placid setting
• Employee referral bonus program
• Supportive team that values your role in resident care

About the Nurse Aide Trainee Program:

• The program runs three weeks, Monday through Friday, generally 7:00am–3:00pm (hours may vary)
• Weeks 1 & 2: Classroom instruction
• Week 3: Clinical hands-on training alongside licensed clinicians
• Upon successful completion, you'll be certified as a CNA — your pay and status will be upgraded accordingly
• Elderwood covers your CNA certification exam fees and required onboarding (e.g., PPD test, physical exam)
• Until training begins, you'll be assigned a trainee shift working under supervision to gain experience

Apply Today — start your journey to becoming a CNA with paid training and a supportive team by your side. Make a difference in the lives of seniors at Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid!

CNA Training Track Responsibilities:

• Assist with resident transport to dining, activities, therapy, and treatment areas
• Make unoccupied beds and keep resident rooms tidy
• Help with dining services: passing trays, opening containers, and distributing supplemental nourishment
• Support informal activities on the nursing unit when time permits
• Provide fresh water to residents as directed
• Clean resident equipment and maintain neat common areas
• Observe and report any unusual incidents or resident needs to therapists or nurses

CNA Training Track Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Employment Certificate/Permit required for ages 16-17
• No history of resident abuse, mistreatment, or property misappropriation
• Genuine interest in caregiving and a strong work ethic
• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team environment

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.