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Certified Nursing Assistant

MERIDIAN SENIOR LIVING·Smithfield, Rhode Island

$20 - $22/hrOtherOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 days ago
Practice for this role

Certified Nursing Assistant · $20 - $22/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -11% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Rhode Island ($22.50/hr, n=220)
  • 27 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$17.00/hr · lowesthighest · $70.00/hr
this role: $20.00/hrmedian $22.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 220 posted support services roles in Rhode Island rates. This role sits in the 32nd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 11% below the Rhode Island median for support services roles.

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides direct care to residents, including assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate care records and reporting changes in resident conditions to the appropriate staff.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Smithfield
  • Woods -
  • Smithfield,
  • RI 02917Position
  • Type:
  • Full-Time/Part-TimeSalary
  • Range: $20.00 - $22.00 HourlyMeridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.” To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees. What makes a great employee, you ask? We believe a great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that team work truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying then making a difference in someone’s life. What do we offer to these great employees? A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision. 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required! Flexible Spending Account Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more! Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement 401K Employee Assistance Program Referral Bonus Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!) What else do we offer? We equip you with the ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer. A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence! Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.
  • Details about the
  • CNA position we are hiring for: As a CNA you'll provide direct care assisting residents in their daily activities. Responsibilities include bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, mobility and incontinence care. Additional tasks include keeping proper care records, reporting any changes in resident’s conditions, interacting effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public.
  • QualificationsQualifications: Must hold an active State approved Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state Must be 18 years of age or older Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations Previous experience working with the elderly Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks Meridian Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant certification and be at least 18 years of age. A valid Food Handlers Permit and previous experience working with the elderly are also required.

  • professional certificate
  • Teamwork
  • Compassion
  • Communication
  • Positioning
  • Dressing
  • Grooming
  • Bathing
  • Toileting
  • Direct patient care
  • Incontinence care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Elderly care
  • Care documentation

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Medical insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Accident coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Telemedicine
  • Pet insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Critical illness insurance

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $22/hr
Location
Smithfield, Rhode Island
Posted
Sep 9, 2026
Closes
Sep 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

MERIDIAN SENIOR LIVING

Meridian Senior Living provides care and life services for more than 7,000 residents...one at a time. We know, and we understand the importance of making each day a little easier, more comfortable, convenient, enjoyable, and secure. The most important people in our world are the...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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