Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Apprentice - MCST Earn While You Learn!

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Rockland (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Certified Nursing Assistant Apprentice in Rockland, ME. This part-time position offers hands-on training while earning a competitive hourly wage. You'll gain valuable experience providing direct care to patients while receiving support for your education and career development. The role includes a commitment to a 12-month work agreement with local hospitals, ensuring you have a solid foundation for your nursing career.

Benefits

Health care benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education resources

Qualifications

• Accepted into an approved Certified Nursing Assistant Program.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to assigned residents/patients under supervision.

Skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Apprentice - MCST Earn While You Learn!

Location: Rockland, ME
Facility: Pen Bay Hospital
Schedule: Part Time
Shift: Day
Job Category: Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 34267
Date Posted: May 13, 2025

CNA students accepted into the July CNA Training Program at the Mid-Coast School of Technology will have the opportunity to be considered for this CNA Apprenticeship program through Pen Bay! The CNA Apprentice will be paid an hourly rate while participating in the CNA training program and be eligible for health care benefits. All tuition fees and textbooks will be paid by Pen Bay! Students accepted into the Apprenticeship program must sign a 12-month work agreement with Pen Bay Medical Center, Quarry Hill, or Waldo County General Hospital.

To be considered for this special opportunity, please contact Heidi Nolan at the Mid-Coast School of Technology at 207-596-7752 or [e-mail] prior to completing an online application.

Summary: This position consists of 26 hours per week
Under the supervision and direction of the Certified Nursing Assistant Program Instructor and/or Clinical Supervisor, Certified Nursing Assistant Preceptors, and/or long-term care facility’s Charge Nurses, the Apprentice - Certified Nursing Assistant role provides direct care to assigned residents/patients.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: Must be accepted into an approved Certified Nursing Assistant Program.
• Experience: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements: N/A

Additional Information:

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with healthcare professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Jeremy S. Dube at [e-mail].

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for Covid-19 and influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

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