Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Memory Care - 20 hour/days

Maine Veterans' Homes; Paris, Middletown (ME, CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to serving veterans is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant. In this vital role, you will provide daily nursing care to residents, ensuring their comfort and safety. You'll work closely with a dedicated team, reviewing care plans and honoring resident choices in daily activities. This position emphasizes the importance of effective communication and teamwork within a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of those who served, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be active and in good standing on the Maine CNA registry.
• Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers and residents.

Responsibilities

• Review care plans and provide care accordingly.
• Communicate with care staff to meet residents' needs.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Communication skills

Education

Active CNA registry in Maine

Job description

Maine Veterans’ Homes is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to serving Maine’s veterans and families. Our vision is to be the Provider and Employer of Choice while recognizing our special role as a Veteran Advocate, and “Caring for Those Who Served.” All six of our facilities have been recognized by the American Health Care Association with awards for Achievement in Quality, placing them in the top five percent of nursing homes across the nation.

The Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA is an essential nursing team member who provides residents with daily nursing care in accordance with the residents’ assessment and Plan of Care.

• Review care plans and provide care accordingly
• Identify and honor resident choices in activities of daily living, while maintaining resident safety
• Communicate with care staff at all levels to adequately meet the needs of the residents
• Requires proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to understand and respond to residents’ needs and inquiries in English is required.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally and in writing, in English, is required.
• Basic computer skills

We look forward to speaking with you and introducing you to the high quality care and teamwork that sets Maine Veterans’ Homes apart in long term care.

Requirements

• Must be active and in good standing on the Maine CNA registry
• Ability and willingness to work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers, staff, supervisors, residents and their families
• Must be able to work effectively both independently and in a team environment

Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.