Paid CNA Trainee: Grow into Certified Nursing Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Sheridan, WY is offering Nurse Aide in Training with on-the-job training and paid instruction while you attend the CNA class. You will gain hands-on nursing care under supervision to support patient well-being and safety.

Requirements include high school diploma, enrollment in a state CNA program, and CPR certification. You will work toward CNA certification and join an interdisciplinary team in a post-acute care setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolled in State-approved CNA program; 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.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team.
• 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

Independent decision making

Communication skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA program enrollment

CPR certification

Job description

Life Care Centers of America in Sheridan, WY is offering Nurse Aide in Training with on-the-job training and paid instruction while you attend the CNA class. You will gain hands-on nursing care under supervision to support patient well-being and safety.

Requirements include high school diploma, enrollment in a state CNA program, and CPR certification. You will work toward CNA certification and join an interdisciplinary team in a post-acute care setting.