Nursing Assistant (Training Provided)

Homewood Retirement Centers; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through exceptional care and support. This paid training program prepares you for the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide exam, equipping you with the skills necessary to provide vital daily living assistance to residents. With a focus on professional growth, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve. Enjoy a supportive environment that values innovation and teamwork while receiving competitive incentives and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Student Loan Assistance

Shift Differentials

Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Insurance Options

Dental Insurance Options

Vision Insurance Options

Life Insurance Options

Retirement Contributions

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant within 120 days of employment.
• Ability to lift and transfer residents frequently during the shift.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily living care to residents under supervision.
• Assist with personal hygiene and nutrition of residents.
• Record and report changes in resident conditions.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Lift and Transfer Residents

Communication Skills

Motivation to Work with Geriatric Persons

Education

Certification as Nursing Assistant

Job description

Homewood's Nurse Aide in Training Program

Full and part-time positions

Orientation/start date is Wednesday, June 11.

Paid training.

Must be certified within 120 days.$500 incentive for continued employment after 6 months and $1,000 incentive after one year.

Applications received by Friday, May 23 receive primary consideration.

Join our mission

to honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another.

Welcome to Homewood at Martinsburg

where making a positive impact is our daily goal. We're not just a team; we're a family dedicated to securing a bright future for our community. Homewood at Martinsburg is nestled amidst the picturesque beauty of Pennsylvania where we've grown to offer a range of senior living options.

In our dynamic, forward-thinking environment, compassion and care shine brightly. We celebrate innovation and cherish creativity. What we love most? Our team's unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life of our residents. We nurture professional growth, empowering our employees to be changemakers each and every day!

What’s in it for you?

As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy these exceptional benefits & perks:

• Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year
• Assistance for new LPNs/RNs – we pay up to 50% of your student loans
• Shift and weekend differentials

But that’s not all! Our comprehensive benefits package also includes:

• Referral bonus of up to $600
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Retirement contributions
• Professional licensure reimbursement

Want to know more? Visit Homewood Benefits for all the details.

Job Summary:

This is a paid nurse aide training and competency evaluation program to prepare for the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide exam. The class runs approximately 4-6 weeks. At the conclusion of the class, you will be required to take the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide exam (NNAAP) within 120 days in order to be considered for continued employment. The Certified Nurse Aide provides the activities of daily living care to the residents under licensed staff supervision.

Essential Functions:

1. Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as confidential information.
2. Complies with established policies and procedures, and maintains established standards and practices.
3. Assists in or provides for the maintenance of individual personal hygiene, i.e., bathing, shaving, changing clothing, nail care, toilet needs, etc.
4. Provides clean, dry linen and makes beds to meet resident needs.
5. Encourages proper resident nutrition by serving food promptly and assists with feeding when necessary.
6. Performs resident treatments as assigned by the Team Leader and within the nursing scope of practice.
7. Records resident information concisely, accurately, and completely, and reports to the Team Leader objective observations of change in resident condition or need.
8. Actively participates in resident care planning.
9. Promotes the activity of daily living according to the resident’s care plan.
10. Resident lifts and transfers will be done according to the resident’s care plan and the Lift Free Program.
11. Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

1. Ability to lift and transfer 30 pounds of resident weight frequently (30 times) throughout the shift.
2. Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn constantly throughout an eight (8) hour shift.
3. Organizational skills and ability to do sequential events.
4. Listed on the state registry as a Nursing Assistant within 120 days of employment.
5. Motivation and desire to work with geriatric persons.
6. Ability to speak English at a level the residents can understand.
7. Ability to read and write in English to carry out functions related to the care plans and provide appropriate resident care.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to constantly work on their feet during an 8 hour shift; bend, stoop, twist, and turn constantly throughout the shift in performing regular duties. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds of resident weight and/or transfer and reposition a resident at least 25 times throughout the shift. Must be able to react quickly and decisively in emergencies and in response to the unexpected behavior of residents either during lifting or repositioning or during other frequent occasions when having direct contact with residents. Must be able to handle the physical transfer of residents from unsafe to safer locations in the event of a fire or other disaster. Ability to do sequential events/tasks.