Nurse Aide in Training: Jumpstart Your CNA Career

Life Care Centers of America; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Nurse Aide in Training to provide routine daily nursing care under the supervision of a licensed nurse, ensuring patient safety and well-being in line with Life Care standards.

The role requires enrollment in a State-approved CNA program, CPR certification, and a commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and teamwork while following company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in a State-approved CNA program and may work for a single consecutive period of four (4) months. At the conclusion of the four (4) month period the Nurse Aide in Training must meet the certification requirements to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist patients with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting under the direct supervisor of a licensed nurse.
• Accurately document and chart patient care.
• Respond to call lights promptly.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance; concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, and move during working hours.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Lift 35 lbs. floor to waist, lift 35 lbs. waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs., and push/pull 35 lbs.

Skills

Patience & empathy

Decision making

Nursing knowledge

Team communication

Customer service

Confidentiality

Code of conduct

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA program enrollment

CPR certification

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Nurse Aide in Training to provide routine daily nursing care under the supervision of a licensed nurse, ensuring patient safety and well-being in line with Life Care standards.

The role requires enrollment in a State-approved CNA program, CPR certification, and a commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and teamwork while following company policies.