Resident Care Aide

Wethersfield Corporate Office; City of Troy (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Resident Care Aide, where you'll receive hands-on training and mentorship in providing essential care to residents. This entry-level position offers a meaningful opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while making a difference in the lives of aging guests.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Interest in nursing needs of the aged and chronically ill.
• Passion for healthcare and desire to learn in a Long-Term Care setting.

Responsibilities

• Engage in training programs to gain knowledge of healthcare protocols.
• Assist nursing staff in providing daily care to residents.
• Support residents with activities of daily living.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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A Great Place to Work

Heartwood 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. We invite you to join our team!

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What You'll Do:

As a Resident Care Aide, 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 also attend trainings to receive your PCA.

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

If you are passionate about providing compassionate care and eager to begin a fulfilling career in nursing, we invite you to join our team as a Resident Care Aide!

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What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Heartwood 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

Starting from USD $16.50/Hr.

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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

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We Hire for Heart!

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.