LNA Apprentice: Train Toward Nursing Assistant Certification

NCHA

North Littleton (NH)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

North Country Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) Apprentice to join our team in the White Mountains region of New Hampshire. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed staff, you will participate in approved training while assisting with basic patient care to develop competencies and transition to a licensed role.

Enrolled in an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program, you will gain hands-on experience, learn safety and privacy best practices, and

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED is Required.
Enrollment in and active participation 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, 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 under appropriate supervision.
Assists patients with personal hygiene, grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, and other activities of daily living consistent with approved training and demonstrated competency.
Supports patient nutrition and hydration needs, including meal assistance, feeding support, and monitoring intake as directed by licensed staff.
Assists with elimination needs, toileting, continence care, and related patient support activities under appropriate 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.
Assists with 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.
Assists in maintaining a 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 to supervising licensed staff in a timely and professional manner.
Documents patient care activities and observations only as permitted by 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 tasks appropriate for the 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.
Performs additional duties as assigned.