Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job overview

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) role is onsite in Newburyport, MA. Compensation is $20–$25 per hour, based on experience and schedule. The position supports a resident care team serving older adults in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The CNA provides respectful assistance with daily living, monitors and records resident information, and reports changes to nursing staff. The role supports residents’ safety, dignity, routines, and participation in activities while communicating with families and the care team.

What you'll do

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
• measure and record vital signs, weights, and intake and output
• assist at meals and monitor nutrition and hydration
• reposition and transfer residents safely
• report changes in condition, skin integrity, behavior, or mood
• document care in the electronic health record
• support residents with dementia using person-centered approaches
• maintain clean and safe rooms and common areas
• follow infection control, fall prevention, and resident rights policies
• communicate with families
• participate in shift reports, care plan huddles, and training
• support activities and orient new residents.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

certified nursing assistant

cna

newburyport ma

resident care

assisted living

memory care

skilled nursing

patient-centered care

electronic health record

bls or cpr

new graduates welcome

$20–$25/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible employees may receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement savings plan, applicable shift differentials, paid orientation, ongoing training, and tuition support.

Why this role

New graduates are welcome to apply. The posting offers full-time, part-time, and per diem schedules across day, evening, and night shifts; some weekends and holidays are scheduled. Active CNA certification and current BLS or CPR certification, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days, are required.

About the employer

The Employee Connect is hiring for this role. Industry: Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly. Sector: 62.