Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Apprentice

Central Peninsula Hospital, Inc.; Soldotna (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Peninsula Hospital, Heritage Place in Soldotna, AK is hiring CNA Apprentices for a 16-week program that combines 60 hours of classroom instruction with at least 80 hours of clinical experience. Apprentices are supervised and work alongside instructors, RNs, and CNAs to prepare for the CNA exam and Alaska licensure.

The role introduces direct patient care duties in hospitals and long-term care settings, emphasizing basic needs support, observation, and teamwork with the care staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills with working knowledge of common computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Attend to the needs of multiple patients.
• Aide patients with routine tasks including eating, bathing, dressing and exercise.
• Observe and record patient conditions and vital signs.
• Monitor patient food and liquid intake.
• Update the care team on changes in patient condition.

Skills

Effective communication

Documentation

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Req. Num: 13259

Heritage Place | Soldotna | AK

Full Time , Rotation , Any Sun-Sat

Now Hiring CNA Apprentices for our Heritage Place- Long Term Care Facility!

START YOUR HEALTHCARE CAREER WITH US!

Ready to make a difference in the lives of others? Start your journey in healthcare with Central Peninsula Hospital!

As a CNA Apprentice, you’ll have the opportunity to learn valuable skills, gain hands-on experience, and begin building a rewarding career caring for others.

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Apprenticeship program is a career pathway where individuals obtain paid work experience and classroom instruction that will prepare them to take the CNA exam and obtain Alaska CNA licensure.

This program is up to 16 weeks in duration. It includes 60 hours of classroom instruction and a minimum of 80 hours of clinical experience. While completing the classroom instruction and clinical portion of the program apprentices will be supervised directly and work side by side with an instructor, Registered Nurse, and/or a Certified Nursing Assistant.

What does a CNA do?

Certified Nursing Assistants provide direct care to patients in hospitals, nursing homes and home care. As a vital part of a larger care team, CNAs help patients with a wide range of basic needs, including eating, bathing, grooming, mobility and more. On any given day, a CNA will be responsible for:

• Attending to the needs of multiple patients.
• Aiding patients with routine tasks, including eating, bathing, dressing and exercise.
• Observing and recording patient conditions and vital signs.
• Monitoring patient food and liquid intake.
• Updating care team on changes in patient condition.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills with a working knowledge of some common computer programs.