Nurse Aide in Training

American Senior Communities; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Nurse Aide in Training, where you can make a meaningful impact on residents' lives while earning your Certified Nurse Aide certification. This paid training program offers a supportive environment with no prior experience required. You'll engage in hands-on training, assisting residents with daily activities and ensuring their comfort and safety. With competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement, this role is perfect for compassionate individuals looking to start their nursing journey. Embrace a fulfilling career path in a community that values care and teamwork.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, vision & dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan options

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness support

Retail, food & entertainment discounts

Paid training and skills certification

Employee referral bonus program

Access to earned wages before payday

Qualifications

• No previous work experience required; training provided.
• Completion of 30 hours classroom and 75 hours clinical training.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities and maintain cleanliness.
• Report changes in residents' conditions to nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with privacy practices and PPE usage.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nurse Aide in Training

At American Senior Communities, our Nurse Aide In Training positions help provide person-centered care to our residents while earning their Certified Nurse Aide certification.

ASC’s Nurse Aide Training program is a paid job opportunity that anyone can apply for to become a Certified Nurse Aide. With no previous work experience required, you complete the 30 hours of classroom and 75 hours of on-the-floor clinical to become a CNA. After completion of the CNA program, additional pathways and opportunities are available to those who want to advance their career in nursing.

What ASC’s Nurse Aide Training Program can offer you:

• Top competitive market wages
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holiday pay and *opportunities to earn additional PTO
• Access a portion of your earned wages before payday with PayActiv*
• Paid training, skills certification & career development support
• Medical, vision & dental insurance with Telehealth option
• Medical and dependent flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Lucrative employee referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement and certification reimbursement*
• Continued education opportunities through Purdue Global & O2NE scholarship program
• Employee assistance program & wellness support
• Retail, food & entertainment discounts and so much more

*Terms and conditions apply

What will you be doing and how will you make a difference at American Senior Communities?

• Assists in making resident beds.
• Transports residents in wheelchairs to and from activities, the dining room, and therapy in an efficient manner.
• Distributes clothing protectors to residents in the dining room.
• May assist with dining room presetting of coffee and drinks.
• Passes food trays to residents but does not assist with feeding.
• Ensures that clean ice water pitchers and cups are provided and are full in each resident’s room no less than once per shift/tour of duty.
• Assists in maintaining order and cleanliness in the unit including cleaning pantry, cleaning utility rooms, wheelchairs, Geri-chairs, bedside tables, keeping bedside drawers, closets, wardrobe, and table organized.
• Keeps resident personal care items separated in bags.
• Transports soiled clothing to laundry or to repair.
• Fills linen carts, obtains linens or distributes linens to residents.
• Participates or assists with resident activities.
• Immediately reports unusual occurrences, significant changes in residents' physical or behavioral condition, patterns of decreased social interactions, angry sad behavior, and refusals of treatment to the Unit Charge Nurse.
• Complies with the company’s privacy practices and procedures related to resident and employee records and all state and federal privacy practices and procedures related to resident and employee records and all state and federal privacy laws including HIPAA.
• Complies with and adheres to the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the Bloodborne Pathogens Standards.
• Protective Personal Equipment (PPE), including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, extremities, protective clothing, and protective shield and barriers, will be provided, used, and maintained.
• Demonstrates teamwork and prompt and regular attendance to work to ensure that quality care and services are provided to the patients we serve.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers, and staff.

We are Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran and other protected categories.