Certified Nursing Assistant II (CNA)- Inpatient Psychiatry (P6)

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Competitive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

MaineHealth in Portland, ME is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant II to join the P6 inpatient psychiatry unit at Maine Medical Center. The role supports an interdisciplinary team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, providing direct and indirect patient care to a medically complex psychiatric population.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Maine CNA/LNA license, BLS certification (or within 30 days), and at least six months of CNA/LNA experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: CNA/LNA license required; BLS certification required or within 30 days.
• Experience: At least six months of CNA/LNA experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administration of nursing care under RN supervision.
• Perform direct and indirect care duties for designated patients.

Skills

Patient care

CNA/LNA experience

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 99927

Summary

Unit Bio

P6 (Pavilion 6) is the 21 bed Inpatient Psychiatry unit at Maine Medical Center. Over the years it has evolved from a traditional psychiatric unit to one that serves an increasingly medically complex population with a particular emphasis on Geriatric Psychiatry. All patients on P6 have both a major psychiatric illness, as well as a medical comorbidity that requires an inpatient level of care. We are excited to grow our interdisciplinary team and welcome all applicants from those new to Psychiatry, to those who have many years of experience.

The Certified Nursing Assistant II role assists in the administration of nursing care to designated patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Performs a variety of direct and indirect care duties.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Certified (CNA) or Licensed (LNA) Nursing Assistant required. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of start date.
3. Experience: At least six months of CNA/LNA experience required. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions, clinical competencies and clinical knowledge of a Certified Nursing Assistant I.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $20.68to $25.10 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

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