Nurse Aide in Training - Non-Certified

Life Care Centers of America; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CNA training

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking dedicated individuals for our Nurse Aide in Training program. This Full-Time role offers paid CNA training and the chance to join a supportive, patient‑focused team.

Under direct supervision of a licensed nurse, you will perform routine daily nursing care, participate in education requirements, and develop skills in patient safety, communication, and confidentiality. This entry provides hands-on experience in a post-acute care setting within Cheyenne, WY,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in a State-approved CNA program and may work for a single consecutive period of four months.

Responsibilities

• Lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist patients with baths, showers, grooming, feeding, and toileting under the direct supervision 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.
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Lift 35 lbs. floor to waist, 35 lbs. waist to shoulder, 35 lbs. max lift and carry, and push/pull 35 lbs.

Skills

Patience

Tact

Cheerful disposition

Independent decision making

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in State-approved CNA program (4 months)

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Shift: Varies

Take a step in a new direction! Are you looking for a career in healthcare?? We are looking for hardworking and caring people to attend our paid C.N.A. training and join our fun and loving team!

Position Summary

The Nurse Aide in Training is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned patients under the directsupervision of a licensed nurse to assure patient safety and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, andpsychosocial well-being of each patient in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• 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 requirementsto become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Specific Job Requirements

• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult patients
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the nursing department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care'sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• 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
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently 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.