C.N.A. Trainee - Paid Training - Wayne, Ontario County

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Clifton Springs is offering an entry-level role designed to train candidates as Certified Nursing Assistants (C.N.A). This position involves daily personal care tasks and assisting residents with various activities to promote independence.

Candidates must be at least 18 and possess a high school diploma. They are required to obtain their C.N.A certification within six months of hire. The position offers a starting pay of $16.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 18 years.
• C.N.A Certification required to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily personal care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Support residents with personal services.
• Assist with clinical tasks under supervision.
• Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

This role is a transitional, entry-level position designed to train the trainee on the necessary skills required to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A). Candidates hired into this position are required to take and pass the C.N.A Training Class and state mandated test in order to earn their C.N.A Certification. Once classes have been successfully completed, employee may begin working as a nursing aide until certification is obtained.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, feeding, ambulation, transfers, and promoting resident independence.
• Support residents with personal services such as laundry, room upkeep, entertainment, letter writing, and engaging in meaningful conversations.
• Assist with clinical tasks under supervision (vital signs, specimen collection, dressing changes, intake/output, admissions, discharges, end‑of‑life care) and promptly report changes in condition or safety concerns.
• Collaborate with nurses, families, and the interdisciplinary team; participate in care conferences, attend required in‑services, and float to other units as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 18 years
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• C.N.A Certification required to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including telephone etiquette
• Sound judgement, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize
• Detail and service‑oriented

Physical Requirements

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Pay Range

$16.00 - $16.00

Location

Clifton Springs, 14432

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.