LNA Apprentice (Full Time)

North Country Healthcare; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

North Country Healthcare in the White Mountains region of New Hampshire seeks an LNA Apprentice. The role supports basic patient care while in an approved nursing assistant program, under supervision of a licensed clinician.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a NAB- or NH-approved nursing assistant training program and meet program eligibility requirements. This apprenticeship emphasizes safety, patient dignity, and ongoing learning toward certified LNA status.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Enrollment in an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program.
• Must meet all eligibility requirements established by the approved training program.

Responsibilities

• Participates in required classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, clinical training activities, and competency validation.
• Performs only patient care activities taught, validated, and authorized by the training program under supervision.
• Assists patients with personal hygiene, grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, and daily living activities.
• Observes patient conditions and promptly reports changes or concerns to supervising licensed staff.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Basic Patient Care

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Communication

Observation and Reporting

Organization

Professionalism

Respect for Privacy and Confidentialty

Teamwork and Collaboration

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrollment in Nursing Assistant Training Program

Eligibility requirements established by the training program

Job description

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center,locatedin the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includesnumerousphysicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcarenetworkwhich employs hundreds of highly trainedindividualsdelivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCHremainscommitted to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a valued teammemberthis role emphasizes advancing High-Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and consistent high performance.

Position Summary :

Adhering to System Values, Service Excellence, and Standards of Behavior, the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) Apprentice is an employee actively enrolled in an approved nursing assistant training program and participates in classroom instruction, laboratory training, and supervised clinical experiences while working toward New Hampshire LNA certification. Under the direct supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), clinical instructor, or other designated licensed healthcare professional, the LNA Apprentice assists with basic patient care activities appropriate to their level of education,training, demonstrated competency, and program requirements. The LNA Apprentice promotes patient dignity, privacy, safety, and comfort while developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to transition into the Licensed Nursing Assistant role upon successful completion of the training program and attainment of required certification.

Essential Qualifications :

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED is Required
• Enrollment in and active participation in an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program.
• Must meet all eligibility requirementsestablishedby the approved training program.

Certification or Licensure:

• Additionalhealthcare-related training certificationsappropriate tostudent status.
• All employees and contracted staff will have either successful completion of an American Heart Association* accredited course in Basic Life Support (BLS), or ACLS and PALS combined. (for clinical staff),HeartsaverCPR AED (for nonclinical staff), and renewal on a regular basis.*Refer to the NCH Life Support Certification Policy for position specific requirements.

Skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Basic Patient Care
• Communication Skills
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Communication
• Observation and Reporting
• Organization
• Professionalism
• Respect for Privacy and Confidentiality
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Time Management

Work Experience:

• No prior healthcare experiencerequired.
• Ability toparticipatesuccessfully in patient care activities as part of an approved nursing assistant training program.

Essential Functions:

• Participates in required classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, clinical training activities, orientation programs, and competency validation associated with the approved Nursing Assistant Training Program.
• Performs only those patient care activities that have been taught,validated, authorized by the training program, and assigned underappropriate supervision.
• Assistspatients with personal hygiene, grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, and other activities of daily living consistent with approved training anddemonstratedcompetency.
• Supports patient nutrition and hydration needs, including mealassistance, feeding support, and monitoring intake as directed by licensed staff.
• Assistswith elimination needs, toileting,continencecare, and related patient support activities underappropriate supervision.
• Obtains and reports vital signs, weights, intake and output, and other patient observations that are within the apprentice's approved level of training and competency.
• Assistswith ambulation, repositioning, transfers, range-of-motion activities, and mobility support according to established safety practices and training requirements.
• Observes patient conditions during assigned care activities and promptly reports on changes, concerns, abnormal findings, or potential safety risks to the supervising RN, LPN, or clinical instructor.
• Maintains patient dignity, confidentiality, privacy, and respect while delivering care and interacting with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers.
• Assistsinmaintaininga safe, clean, organized, and comfortable patient environment, including room organization, supply replenishment, and equipment readiness.
• Communicates assigned-care activities, observations, completion of tasks, and patient concerns tosupervisinglicensed staff ina timelyand professional manner.
• Documentspatient care activities and observations only aspermittedby organizational policy, training program requirements, and under required supervision or review.
• Responds appropriately during emergency situations by following the direction of licensed staff and performing only those tasksappropriate forthe apprentice role and current training level.
• Maintains positive working relationships with patients, families, clinical instructors, licensed staff, medical staff, support personnel, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism,appropriate appearance, effective time management, compliance with organizational policies, and commitment to ongoing learning while preparing to transition into the Licensed Nursing Assistant role.
• Performsadditionalduties as assigned.

Mental Requirements:

• Ability tomaintainsustained concentration and attention to detail for extended periods while performing hands-on patient care and operational tasks.
• Ability to assess, interpret, and respond appropriately to changing patient conditions, environmental factors, and safety concerns in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills during routine and emergency situations.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting productivity, quality, and patient care expectations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members through verbal, written, and auditory methods.
• Ability tocomprehend, retain, and apply complex instructions, policies, procedures, and technical information.
• Ability to perform workrequiresfrequent mental alertness, situational awareness, and coordination while standing, walking, lifting, and using fine motor skills for prolonged periods.
• Ability to adapt to interruptions, changing workflows, varying patient volumes, and evolving clinical priorities with professionalism and composure.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in environments involving exposure to body fluids, chemicals, medical equipment, and other healthcare-related hazards while adhering to infection prevention and safety protocols.
• Ability to accurately distinguish colors, sounds, visual cues, and monitor readings necessary for safe patient care and equipment operation.
• Ability tomaintainemotional stability, professionalism, and effective interpersonal interactions during stressful, sensitive, or physically demanding situations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team whilemaintainingconfidentiality and compliance with organizationalstandard.

WorkEnvironmentConsiderations:Officesetting, clinical environment, remote work expectations, travelrequirements,on-call requirements, exposurerisks).

North Country Healthcare is committed toprovidingequal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. North Country Healthcare and its affiliates do not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age,disabilityor any other protected class. Employment decisions are made based on job related qualifications, skills, and business needs, and without unlawful discriminationin accordance withapplicable federal, state, and local laws.

North Country Healthcare provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, as required by law. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process,participatein interviews, or undergo pre-employment testing should contact [e-mail].

Location(s)

59 Page Hill Road, Berlin , New Hampshire 03570 , United States