Nursing Assistant Trainee (CNA)

Kennebunk Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennebunk Center for Health & Rehabilitation offers a Nursing Assistant Trainee program hosted at the Brentwood Center in Yarmouth, ME. The course runs full-time for 4 weeks with pay of $17.50 per hour.

After obtaining licensure, trainees are promoted to CNA at $22 per hour, with additional shift differentials possible. You will receive hands-on training and mentorship from experienced healthcare professionals to prepare for the CNA exam, with clear pathways for career growth within National

Qualifications

• Must commit to a full-time course (Mon–Fri, 8 hours/day) for 4 weeks.
• Must have excellent attendance and reliable transportation.
• Paid training at $17.50/hour; after graduation, promoted to CNA at $22/hour with potential shift differentials.
• Must be able to stand, bend, lift, and perform full care tasks for residents.
• After graduation, must be able to work days, evenings, or overnights, and cover 2 weekends per month.

Responsibilities

• Engage in training programs to learn healthcare protocols and procedures.
• Learn and apply fundamental nursing skills under supervision.
• Assist nursing staff in providing daily care to residents.
• Support residents with activities of daily living, including bathing and grooming.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure the well-being of residents.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Kennebunk is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated.

Location: 158 Ross Road, Kennebunk, Maine, 04043

What You'll Do:

This class is hosted at our Brentwood Center in Yarmouth, ME

We cover all costs and pay you full time to complete our course, then promote you to CNA when you receive your license

Next class starts early November

$17.50 pay while in training / newly licensed CNA starts at $22 an hour

As a Nursing Assistant Trainee, you will receive hands‑on training and mentorship to develop essential skills in providing care to our residents. This entry‑level position offers a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn under the guidance of experienced healthcare professionals. You will attend class, lab instruction and clinical experiences to prepare for the Certified Nursing Assistant exam.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage in training programs to gain knowledge of healthcare protocols and procedures
• Learn and apply fundamental nursing skills under supervision
• Assist nursing staff in providing daily care to residents
• Support residents with activities of daily living, including bathing and grooming
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure the well‑being of residents

Requirements:

• Must be able to commit to a full time course, (Monday - Friday / 8 hours a day) for 4 weeks.
• Must have excellent attendance, reliable transportation, be consistently dependable.
• Students get paid $17.50start an hour / Then after completion promoted to CNA, and pay is $22 an hour (base). There are additional shift differentials on top of base pay.
• Must be able to stand, bend, lift, work all day.
• Need to have a good understanding of what a CNA does (full care / bathing / changing / bodily fluids etc…)
• After graduation, must be able to work days, evenings, or overnights….and must cover 2 weekends per month.
• Must commit to working in our Center for 1 year Full‑time after getting LNA license.
• There is a course fee payback requirement if required year is not met.

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Kennebunk team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

Up to USD $17.50/Hr.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Nursing Assistant Trainee include:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Passion for healthcare and a desire to learn and grow in a Long‑Term Care setting
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family‑run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short‑term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post‑hospital care including several named Best Of by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life‑changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.