Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
How this pay compares
This posting states $20–$23.50 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
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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
Position: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Facility: Optima Care Harborview
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey
Shift: All Shifts Available
Pay Rate: Up to $23.50 per hour
Join Our Team!
At Optima Care Harborview, we’re committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a warm, supportive environment that feels like home. We’re looking for dedicated and empathetic Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of our residents.
Your Role as a CNA:
You’ll play an essential part in enhancing residents’ comfort, safety, and quality of life by:
- Providing Personalized Care: Assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and meals while respecting each resident’s dignity.
- Promoting Comfort & Safety: Monitoring residents’ physical and emotional well-being and responding to changes with care and attentiveness.
- Fostering Connections: Building meaningful relationships with residents and families, creating trust and a true sense of belonging.
- Maintaining Cleanliness: Ensuring residents’ rooms and common areas are clean, organized, and sanitary.
- Accurate Documentation: Recording and reporting changes in residents’ conditions and care plans to support effective teamwork.
- Collaborating with the Team: Working alongside nurses and healthcare staff to deliver individualized, holistic care.
- Enhancing Quality of Life: Engaging residents in activities that support physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Qualifications
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the State of New Jersey.
- A passion for delivering compassionate, respectful care.
- Dedication to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Recognition Program
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Company perks and employee discounts
If you’re ready to bring your skills and compassion to a team that values your work and supports your growth, we’d love to hear from you. At Optima Care Harborview, you’ll be part of a caring community dedicated to making every day brighter for both residents and staff.
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From Optima Care Harborview's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Optima Care Harborview
Optima Care Harborview is a 180 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Optima Care Harborview)-bed nursing home in Jersey City, NJ, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, allied health staff and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Optima Care Harborview
Based in Jersey City, NJHires in New JerseyPay on its listings: 100% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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