CNA Trainee

Autumn Woods; Town of West Seneca (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Weekly or Same-Day Pay

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Retirement Saving Options

Job summary

Autumn Woods is seeking CNA Trainees to begin a supervised training program with the potential for full-time or part-time employment after certification. The role offers hands-on experience in a skilled nursing setting while you complete CNA training.

Rate starts at $17.21 per hour and increases after certification, with training classes and clinical hours required. We provide benefits such as PTO for PT/FT, health/dental/vision, life insurance, and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED completed or in progress.
• Interest in pursuing a CNA career.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Ability to follow directions and maintain professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the CNA training program.
• Observe resident care techniques, safety, and infection control.
• Assist with resident care under supervision.
• Practice CNA skills through demonstrations and supervised clinicals.
• Communicate observations to nursing staff and instructors.
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy, and rights.
• Follow facility policies and infection control protocols.
• Attend all classes, training sessions, and activities.
• Complete training assignments and competency requirements.
• Perform additional duties within the training scope.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Description

CNA Trainee
Rate: $17.21 increases after certification.
Shift: Full-Time or Part Time
Schedule: Must be available for training classes and clinical hours
Candidates must commit to the full training program and onboarding schedule, Part Time- or Full-Time opportunities are after training.

We are looking to add CNA Trainees to our team. This position provides an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while participating in a Certified Nursing Assistant training program. Under the supervision of licensed nursing staff and instructors, you'll learn the skills needed to provide compassionate care and support to residents in a skilled nursing environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the facility's Certified Nursing Assistant training program
• Observe and learn resident care techniques, safety procedures, and infection control practices
• Assist with resident care activities as permitted under training program guidelines and supervision
• Practice CNA skills through demonstrations, return demonstrations, and supervised clinical experiences
• Communicate resident observations and concerns to nursing staff and instructors
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy, confidentiality, and rights at all times
• Follow facility policies, safety procedures, and infection prevention protocols
• Attend all required classes, clinical training sessions, and educational activities
• Complete training assignments, skills evaluations, and competency requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned within the scope of the training program

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma, GED, or currently enrolled in a high school equivalency program preferred
• Interest in pursuing a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team
• Compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn
• Ability to follow directions and maintain professional conduct
• Must successfully meet all program and facility requirements for participation in CNA training

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Saving Options

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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