Certified Nursing Assistant - R7 Transitional Care

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonuses

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education programs

Job summary

MaineHealth in Portland, ME, is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) for a part-time position in a newly created transitional care unit. Candidates will assist with patient hygiene and daily activities under the supervision of registered nurses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and a current CNA license. The role requires effective communication and an ability to identify patient needs. Sign-on bonuses are available based on experience.

Qualifications

• Current applicable state(s) license as a Certified Nursing Assistant required.
• Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
• CNA experience 0-6 months. On-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform various service duties and technical tasks.
• Assist in the administration of nursing care to designated patients.
• Work under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse.

Skills

Taking vital signs

Assisting patients with hygiene

Effective communication

Identifying patient needs

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Transitional Care (R7)

Part-Time, Day-Shift

2-12-hour shifts

Weekends required

Sign-On Bonuses

• 0-1 years of experience eligible for $2,000 (full time)
• 1+ years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time)

Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time CNA position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires; per diem hires are ineligible.

Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

Unit Bio

We are currently seeking Certified Nursing Assistants to join our newly created 40-bed medical surgical unit with a focus on patients requiring a longer length of stay. This transitional care unit bridges the gap between various providers, services, and settings. Our interprofessional team consists of geriatrics, nursing, providers and activities teams trying to alter the plan of care to promote engagement in art, games, and socialization to preserve the health and morale of the population.

Our nurses, patient care technicians, and CNAs exemplify analytic ability to identify patient needs, risks, and interventions. We provide excellent customer service to patients and families at their current health states and learning abilities. As a team, we continually demonstrate exceptional communication abilities, always effectively interacting and problem‑solving with other healthcare professionals, hospital administration, patients and families. This unit invites registered nurses seeking a well‑rounded, patient focused opportunity within the Maine Health system to apply.

Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurses and according to defined policies and procedures, performs various service duties and technical tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic hygiene and activities of daily living. Specific duties may vary by area of assignment. Consideration of the special needs and behaviors of specific patient populations is required.

The Certified Nursing Assistant - Acute Care 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)

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Certified Nursing Assistant required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
• Experience: CNA experience 0-6 months. On-the-job training provided.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care 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.

Internship Program

*Seeking a career as a CNA but not currently on the Registry? We offer a paid Internship program! Earn while you learn - get started today! CNA Training | Maine Medical Center | Portland, ME (mainehealth.org)

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 75855

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