Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) All Shifts
- $1,500 sign-on bonus
- Daily pay
- Hiring immediately
How this pay compares
This posting states $20.25–$24 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in New Jersey post a median of $22.25 an hour, the middle half $21–$23.62, across 369 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in New Jersey earn a median of $22.52 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Certified nursing assistants in New Jersey: pay by town and employer
What New Jersey requires of a certified nursing assistant
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) on the New Jersey Nurse Aide Registry, from the New Jersey Department of Health (Certification Program).
- Training: at least 90 hours, 40 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Exam: Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP) exams: written or oral plus clinical skills.
Certified nursing assistant jobs and requirements in New Jersey
CNA and patient care technician jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 16.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 69.2%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 1.97x · Clicks 121
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.4% · Stating an hourly rate 47.4%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 11 Nov 2026. Every figure for CNA and patient care technician jobs
About the job
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) All Shifts
Pay Range: $20.25- $24 Per Hour
NEW INCREASED RATES!
New graduates welcome to apply. Immediate openings available.
Benefits
$1,500 Sign-On Bonus
Refer-a-Friend $1,000 Bonus Program
Uniform Allowance
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Overtime Opportunities
Same Day Pay!!
Monthly Employee Gift Giveaways
Attendance Incentive Program
Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciation Events
About us
Alameda Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.
If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daily care and assistance to residents, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility support
- Serve meals and assist with feeding as needed
- Respond promptly and respectfully to call lights and resident requests
- Monitor resident health and report any changes to nursing staff
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents
- Assist with transporting residents to activities or appointments
- Accurately document care provided in accordance with facility protocols
- Always follow infection control and safety guidelines
- Collaborate with other team members to provide resident-centered care
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in NJ
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow care plans
- Must meet health requirements, including TB test and physical
- Compassion, patience, and a strong sense of responsibility
- Ability to work effectively as part of a care team
Apply Today
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and work in an environment where you're supported and appreciated, apply now to join the Alameda Center team.
Quick apply. Immediate interviews.
Shifts Available: 7AM–3PM | 3PM–11PM | 11PM–7AM
Schedule Options: Full-Time | Part-Time | Per Diem
From Alameda Center's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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