CNA-M - 32 hour, days

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

Job summary

Join a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to serving Maine’s veterans and families. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you will play a crucial role in administering medications and providing compassionate care to residents. This position offers the opportunity to work in a highly regarded facility recognized for its quality of care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of veterans and their families, this role is perfect for you. Experience a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• Must be listed as an active CNA on the State of Maine Registry.
• Experience in Long-Term Care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering medications to residents as ordered.
• Work as CNA as assigned under the direction of the Charge Nurse.

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant

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 primary purpose of the CNA-M is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of the Charge Nurse. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the policies, procedures, and practices of this facility, and the requirements of the State of Maine. Works as CNA as assigned.

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 have a Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate and be listed as an active CNA on the State of Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants and approved Medication Technician program on the State of Maine Registry.
• Experience in Long-Term Care desirable.
• 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.