Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Memory Care - 40 hour, days

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

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to serving veterans seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their compassionate team. In this vital role, you will provide essential nursing care to residents, ensuring their comfort and safety while honoring their choices. Your ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with staff and families will be crucial in delivering high-quality care. This organization values teamwork and is committed to creating a supportive environment for both employees and residents. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of veterans, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide daily nursing care according to care plans.
• Communicate effectively with care staff to meet residents' needs.

Skills

CNA certification

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Basic Computer Skills

English Proficiency

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

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
• 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

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.