Elder Associate

UP Health System - Portage; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonus

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & disability

Tuition assistance & 401(k) match

Job summary

UP Health System - Portage in Hancock, MI is seeking an Elder Associate (CNA) for full-time evening/night shifts with every-other-weekend rotation. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered, plus a $1,000 referral bonus for staff.

The role includes vitals, basic patient care, and collaboration with RNs within a comprehensive care team. Minimum requirements include Michigan CNA certification (within 4 months of hire), BLS, ServSafe within 6 months, and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Michigan Nurse Aide (CNA) certification required (must be obtained within 4 months of hire).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required (available upon hire).
• ServSafe certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Graduate of a program in discipline required.
• Minimum 1–2 years CNA experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrate safe patient care practices.
• Provide general nursing care: position patient, lifting, turning, using equipment, aid in bedpan/urinal/commode, ambulation, baths, oral/hair care, linens, room cleaning.
• Take and record vitals and intake/output; document promptly.
• Answer call lights, phone, and paging system and respond appropriately.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vitals measurement

Documentation

Communication skills

Decision making under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Michigan CNA certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Elder Associate (CNA) Position Job Type: Full Time | Varied

$3,000 Sign on bonus available

$1,000 Hot job referral bonus available to current staff

Schedule: 40 hours per week, non-exempt, evening/night shifts, every other weekend (2nd and 4th), Christmas holiday rotation even years

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Your experience matters

UP Health System - Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Elder Associate (CNA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

• Perform basic patient care skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrate safe practices with caring for patients.
• Provides general nursing care such as position the patient, lifting, turning, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting in the use of bed pan, urinal or commode, ambulating the patient, bed bath, oral and hair care, changing bed linens, cleaning and straightening patient room and other general care necessary.
• Takes and records vitals and intake and output measurements accurately. Documents in a timely manner.
• Answers Elder call lights, telephone, and paging system and respond as appropriate.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants must have a Michigan Nurse Aide certification (CNA) required (must be obtained within 4 months of hire) Additional Requirements include:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required (available upon hire)
• ServSafe required within 6 months of hire
• Graduate of a Program in Discipline required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1-2 years of CNA experience preferred
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external

More about UP Health System - Portage Team

Portage Pointe is a long-term care facility with 60 beds to offer to the senior community and is known as the premier nursing home serving the entire Upper Peninsula. We are a certified Eden Alternative facility and take great pride in providing a home-like environment for residents. Portage Pointe is regulated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), a member of the American Health Care Association (AHCA), and a member of the Healthcare Association of Michigan (HCAM). There are 5 different homes where staff have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of Elders through engaging in daily care, eating with elders, walking in the beautiful garden, and participating in activities in and outside our homes.

UP Health System - Portage has been serving Michigan's Western Upper Peninsula since 1896. It supports a multi-specialty medical community with over 40 physicians, and more than a dozen allied health professionals. The main campus features a 36-bed hospital, accredited as a chest pain center by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC).

UP Health System - Portage was the first in the state to achieve Level III ACC (American College of Cardiology) verification as a trauma center. Additional services include dedicated physician hospitalists, cardiopulmonary services, elective and emergency orthopedics, women's health, general surgery, hematology and oncology, internal medicine, sports medicine and rehabilitation and sports medicine, x-ray and diagnostics (including MRI, mobile PET scan, 64-slice CT scanner, nuclear imaging, and 3D mammography), an advanced wound care center, a sleep lab, two Express Care walk-in clinics, a regional dialysis unit, pharmacy services, laboratory services, home care, and a 60-bed senior living community.

With small communities and big ideas, Michigan's Upper Peninsula is the perfect place for people to explore their many interests. Visit the art galleries, and museums, walk along the beaches of Lake Superior, hike, bike, and explore the beautiful nature trails. Wrap yourself up in a blanket of bright stars, clean air and open water. Hancock is a community that brings together small-town values, rich history and a four-season wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts - without long commute times or congested highways. The Keweenaw is home to two universities - Michigan Technological University and Finlandia University. The community benefits from the diversity, culture and high standards of living contributed to our small town. We often call the Keweenaw the "Copper Country" because of the amount of natural "float" copper found in the area. In fact, at 90% pure, much of the copper is the purest copper in the world.

Welcome, to the Keweenaw Peninsula!

EEOC Statement

"UP Health System - Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Marquette is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. "