Paid CNA Training & Patient Experience Aide

Northern Light Health; Ellsworth (ME); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, ME is offering a paid CNA training program. The trainee position runs 36 hours per week during the six week training, with a path to a full-time CNA role upon certification and a one-year commitment.

Training wage starts at $18.00/hour; after certification, wage increases to $21.00/hour on the CNA registry. The role includes patient observation, feeding assistance, mobility support, and close collaboration with the nursing team to ensure patient

Qualifications

• Requires pre-admission interview and background check.
• Must obtain CASAS reading test score of 240+.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant observation and monitoring for patients.
• Assist with feeding, including preparing meals and ensuring tray setup.
• Support mobility and safe ambulation using assistive devices as needed.
• Document activity and observations; communicate with health care team.

Skills

Integrity of actions

Respect for others

Accountability

Compassion

Job description

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, ME is offering a paid CNA training program. The trainee position runs 36 hours per week during the six week training, with a path to a full-time CNA role upon certification and a one-year commitment.

Training wage starts at $18.00/hour; after certification, wage increases to $21.00/hour on the CNA registry. The role includes patient observation, feeding assistance, mobility support, and close collaboration with the nursing team to ensure patient