Nursing Assistant (Trainee)

ADP, Inc.; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette Manor, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Assistant (Trainee) in Uniontown, PA. This entry-level position provides hands‑on training while assisting residents with daily living activities and learning essential nursing skills under supervision.

You will work with licensed nurses and healthcare professionals to gain experience in documentation, patient care, and safety protocols, supporting residents' comfort, safety, and dignity while pursuing certification and growth in the nursing field.

Qualifications

• Compassionate care and communication with residents
• Attention to detail for observing health changes
• Ability to learn and follow infection control and safety protocols
• Willingness to learn documentation and care techniques
• Team collaboration with licensed nurses and staff

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living under supervision
• Monitor and record vital signs and report changes to nursing staff
• Maintain a clean, safe environment following infection control protocols
• Support mobility and exercise routines for resident well‑being
• Participate in training sessions and complete coursework to develop competencies

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Organizational skills

Job description

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Full Time Uniontown, PA, US

About the Role:

The Nursing Assistant (Trainee) at Lafayette Manor, Inc playsa vital role in supporting the healthcare team by providing compassionate and attentive care to residents. This entry-level position is designed to offer hands‑on training and practical experience in a clinical setting, preparing the trainee for certification and future responsibilities. The primary goal is to assist residents with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort, safety, and dignity at all times. The trainee will work closely with licensed nurses and other healthcare professionals to learn proper care techniques, documentation, and communication skills. Ultimately, this role contributes to enhancing the quality of life for residents while fostering professional growth in the nursing field.

Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating under supervision.
• Monitor and record vital signs and report any changes in residents’ conditions to nursing staff.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents by following infection control and safety protocols.
• Support mobility and exercise routines to promote residents’ physical well‑being.
• Participate in training sessions and complete assigned coursework to develop nursing assistant competencies.

Skills:

The Nursing Assistant (Trainee) will utilize communication skills daily to interact compassionately with residents and collaborate effectively with the healthcare team. Attention to detail is essential when observing and reporting changes in residents’ health status to ensure timely interventions. Physical stamina and manual dexterity are required to assist with mobility and personal care tasks safely. The trainee will develop organizational skills by managing time efficiently between caregiving duties and training requirements. Additionally, learning technical skills such as documentation and infection control procedures will be integral to providing high‑quality care and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards.