LNA - Helen Porter Nursing Home

UVM Health Network- Porter Medical Center; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNA) to join their compassionate team in a skilled nursing facility. This role is essential in delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. The ideal candidate will assist healthcare professionals with daily living activities, vital signs, and patient mobility. With a supportive atmosphere and a commitment to dignity, this opportunity offers a sign-on bonus and competitive pay differentials for various shifts. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact on patient experiences.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Evening Shift Differential

Night Shift Differential

Weekend Differential

Qualifications

• Licensed in Vermont as an LNA.
• Ability to assist with daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care under supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living and vital signs.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Mobility Assistance

Hygiene Support

Education

Licensed Nursing Assistant Certification

Job description

Job Opportunities for Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNA)

We offer full-time, part-time, and per diem LNA positions across our three nursing units within the Skilled Nursing Facility. Please note that we are not currently accepting per diem applicants for the Post-acute unit.

For full and part-time positions, we provide a sign-on bonus of up to $7,500, prorated based on experience and employment status.

Additional Pay Differentials

• Per Diem: $2.00/hour
• Evening Shift: $3.00/hour
• Night Shift: $5.00/hour
• Weekend: $2.00/hour (plus applicable shift differentials)

Job Summary

The Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) plays a vital role in delivering direct and indirect patient care, supporting healthcare professionals, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients. Under supervision of RNs or LPNs, LNAs assist with activities of daily living, vital signs, patient mobility, and hygiene, contributing significantly to high-quality care and positive patient experiences.

Requirements

Licensed in Vermont as an LNA.

About Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing

Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing is a welcoming residence offering skilled nursing and assistance with daily living, respecting privacy and individuality. Located in Middlebury's farmlands, it accommodates 98 residents and is licensed by Vermont, Medicare, and Medicaid. The facility provides a home-like environment with specialized care services.

Learn more about Helen Porter Nursing & Rehabilitation at our website.

Long-Term Care and Memory Care Units

Our Long-Term Care Unit provides nursing and assistance tailored to residents' abilities, continuing our 30-year tradition of high-quality care. The Memory Care Unit addresses the needs of individuals with dementia through activity-based, supportive, and safe environments, focusing on dignity and purpose.

Post-Acute Care

The Post-Acute Unit supports recovery after surgery or hospitalization, aiming to restore independence through specialized programs for conditions like strokes, neurological, orthopedic, respiratory, cardiac, and trauma-related issues. Therapy services are available Monday through Saturday, with nursing staff assisting in therapy-related activities when needed.