Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Universal Health Services; Pembroke (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) with company match

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Pembroke Hospital, a 120-bed inpatient behavioral health facility in Pembroke, Massachusetts. The role involves conducting patient checks and providing personal care to ensure optimum patient outcomes as part of the treatment team.

This position offers competitive compensation, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including a medical plan, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment. A current MA CNA certification and relevant education are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current MA CNA certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; higher education in psychology is a plus.
• One year of experience in behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient checks and monitoring.
• Participate in patient treatment plans for better outcomes.
• Provide personal care, including bathing and feeding.
• Take and report vital signs as required.
• Co-lead treatment modalities, including groups.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

1:1 patient monitoring

Participation in treatment plans

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current MA CNA certification

Associate or bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Opportunity

Pembroke Hospital is a 120‑bed acute care, inpatient behavioral health facility located south of Boston, in Pembroke, Massachusetts. Situated on 26 acres, we offer inpatient and partial hospitalization treatment to teens, adults, and older adults. All positions begin and end with caring for the patient. By listening deeply and understanding the story of our patients, we will make a difference in the lives we touch.

Our CNAs are a vital part of Pembroke Hospital's treatment team. This is a full‑time position with an opportunity to work the day, evening, or overnight shift. Full‑time positions require employees to work every other weekend, and there is a competitive shift differential for the evening, night, and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 15‑minute patient checks properly and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Conduct 1:1 monitoring properly and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Actively participate in patient treatment plans to enable optimum patient outcomes.
• Provide personal care when the patient is unable to do so, including bathing, feeding, dressing, shaving, and toileting.
• Provide routine patient care in order to ensure safety and quality care; may include patient restraint when necessary.
• Always maintain appropriate boundaries with staff and patients.
• Takes and reports vital signs and collects specimens at specified intervals or as directed.
• Co‑lead and participate in treatment modalities, including groups.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.
• Shift differentials paid for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Student loan repayment – $200 per month for full‑time employees.
• Tuition reimbursement – $5,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Certification: Current MA CNA certification required.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology or related human services field desirable.
• Experience: One year of experience in the behavioral health field preferred.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and, as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.