Job Title:  CNA Trainee
Department:  LTC
Schedule:  8am - 4:30 pm (clinicals range from 7am - 5pm)
 

SUMMARY:

  This role is a transitional, entry-level position designed to train the trainee on the necessary skills required to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A). Candidates hired into this position are required to take and pass the C.N.A Training Class and state mandated test in order to earn their C.N.A Certification. Once classes have been successfully completed, employee may begin working as a nursing aide until certification is obtained.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide daily personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, feeding, ambulation, transfers, and promoting resident independence.

• Support residents with personal services such as laundry, room upkeep, entertainment, letter writing, and engaging in meaningful conversations.

• Assist with clinical tasks under supervision (vital signs, specimen collection, dressing changes, intake/output, admissions, discharges, end-of-life care) and promptly report changes in condition or safety concerns.

• Collaborate with nurses, families, and the interdisciplinary team; participate in care conferences, attend required in-services, and float to other units as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age requirement: 18 years

• C.N.A Certification required to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including telephone etiquette

• Sound judgement, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize

• Detail and service-oriented

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.