Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- $1,500 sign-on bonus
- Daily pay
- CNA certification
How this pay compares
This posting states $21–$23 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in New Jersey post a median of $22.40 an hour, the middle half $21–$23.69, across 380 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
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- 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%
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About the job
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Sign on Bonus: $1500
ExcelCare At Wayne is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our care team. As a CNA, you’ll provide hands-on care and support to residents while helping maintain their comfort, dignity, and safety. This is a great opportunity for a dependable healthcare professional who is passionate about providing quality long-term care.
CNA Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 5% employer matching
- Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
- Daily Pay option
- Employee-only discounts, perks, and rewards programs
CNA Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including meals, hydration, turning, repositioning, and ambulation
- Provide personal hygiene and comfort care
- Assist residents with feeding and nutritional supplements
- Monitor residents and report changes or concerns to nursing staff
- Document food and fluid intake and care provided
- Help maintain clean, safe, and comfortable resident living areas
- Transport residents throughout the facility as needed
- Support nurses and other members of the care team with resident needs
- Follow facility policies, professional standards, and state and federal regulations
- Protect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times
CNA Qualifications
- Current CNA certification/license in the state of Delaware
- Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or a healthcare setting preferred
- Compassionate, dependable, and professional approach to resident care
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to provide safe, respectful, and patient-centered care
Join ExcelCare At Wayne and make a difference in the lives of the residents we serve. Apply today to become part of our care team!
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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From ExcelCare At Wayne's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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ExcelCare At Wayne hires nurses and nursing assistants in Wayne, New Jersey.
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