2027 Nurse Assistant Trainee Program - Central Vermont Medical Center

The University of Vermont Health Network; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The LNA-In-Training program at Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC) offers hands-on patient care experience under licensed nurses, with didactic and clinical components.

Course runs Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm; after licensure, Trainees transition into full-time roles on their assigned unit with 3 twelve-hour shifts and every-other-weekend rotations. CVMC provides health, dental, vision, PTO, and more benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required for hospital units.
• GED completed or in progress is required for the Skilled Nursing Facility (Woodridge).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• The LNA-In-Training participant performs under the supervision of Licensed Nurses in direct services for the patients and assists in unit function.
• Follows CVMC/WDR policies and procedures and supports the Nursing Department objectives.
• Completes assigned duties and is accountable to the Unit Manager and Charge Nurse.

Skills

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

GED completed or in progress

Must be at least 18 years old

Job description

Interested in becoming a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)? We have multiple classes throughout the 2027 calendar year!

We are currently accepting applications for the following courses:

• January 4th (application deadline is 11/9/2026)
• April 26th (application deadline is 3/1/2027)
• August 30th (application deadline is 7/5/2027)
• October 25th (application deadline is 8/30/2027)

• Interested in starting your nursing career at Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC)? We have a pathway starting with this LNA program, taking you all the way through RN!
• Looking for a PAID training opportunity?
  At CVMC - you can earn wages and benefits as a full-time employee, while going to school and training for this career.
• Looking to expand your horizons in the medical industry? With a variety of participating units, you are sure to find the perfect fit.
• Successful candidates/students will commit to a full-time position at CVMC following receipt of licensure.

JOB DESCRIPTION: What does an LNA do?

The LNA-In-Training participant performs under the supervision of Licensed Nurses in direct services for the patients and assists in unit function. Responsible for completing assigned duties and accountable to the Unit Manager and Charge Nurse. Functions within Nursing Department and CVMC/Woodridge (WDR) policies and procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the Nursing Department and CVMC/WDR.

Course Schedule:

The Didactic and Clinical components of the course will be held Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4:00pm. Following the completion of the course and after sitting for the LNA licensure exam, Trainees will then transition into their Full-Time roles on their assigned unit and work 3 12-hr shifts and every other weekend rotations.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is required for positions within hospital units.
• High school diploma, G.E.D. completed or in progress required for positions within the Skilled Nursing Facility (Woodridge).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

EXPERIENCE:

Must demonstrate ability to follow instructions and a willingness to learn.

BENEFITS:

We offer health, dental, vision, paid time off, and so much more! Review our benefit summary at: https://www.cvmc.org/about-cvmc/careers/benefits

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR TEAM:

• We are CVMC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rw88cCmq_3o
• What makes the nursing team at CVMC so great? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUGtDcaX6TM&list=PLtNh0GypcImY8mQsdnuCtomZW0wKTW-rQ
• To learn more about CVMC visit www.cvmc.org or review our fact sheet at https://www.cvmc.org/sites/default/files/documents/CVMC-Fact-Sheet.pdf