Gloria Jones-Bey Certified Nursing Assistant Trainee

UnityPoint Health - Meriter Hospital • Madison, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Gloria Jones-Bey Certified Nursing Assistant Trainee Program is a paid, entry-level training program for internal and external applicants. Participants complete 40 hours of online coursework and 35 hours of in-person, hands-on skills and clinical training through the Center for Healthcare Education and Simulation in Madison, Wisconsin. The course prepares participants to sit for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam. UnityPoint Health-Meriter covers program tuition and one attempt at the certification exam, and provides textbooks, laboratory materials, instructional resources, and academic support. Transportation to clinics for clinical requirements and other additional expenses are not covered. Participants are compensated biweekly during the program.

After successfully completing the program and passing the CNA certification exam, participants transition to a CNA I position at UnityPoint Health-Meriter in a Tower unit (6T, 9T, 8T, 11T, or Float Pool), at 0.3 FTE or higher. The subsequent CNA position typically includes an every-other-weekend rotation and may involve day, PM, or night shifts. Program participation requires signing an agreement to work for UPH-Meriter as a CNA for at least 12 months. Applicants under 18 are eligible to participate only in summer cohorts.

The program timeline lists applications opening November 1, 2026, acceptance notifications during the week of January 15, 2027, classes beginning February 22, 2027, and orientation from April 12–16, 2027. The application and resume are due by November 13, 2026. The listing gives an online coursework deadline of March 22, 2026.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in high school or a GED-equivalent program.
• Be at least 16 years old.
• Meet CNA program admission requirements.
• Sign a team member agreement committing to work for UPH-Meriter as a CNA for at least 12 months.
• No previous or healthcare experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates from historically marginalized populations, including people of color and members of LGBTQ+ and/or disability communities, are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Complete the CNA training program, including online coursework and in-person hands-on skills and clinical training.
• Meet the program requirements to become eligible to sit for the CNA certification exam.
• Upon successful program completion and passing the exam, transition into a CNA I role at UnityPoint Health-Meriter.
• Commit to working for UPH-Meriter as a CNA for at least 12 months after completing the program.

Benefits

• Paid training program with biweekly compensation during the program.
• UnityPoint Health-Meriter covers 100% of program tuition.
• Coverage for one attempt at the Nursing Assistant Certification Examination.
• Textbooks, laboratory materials, instructional resources, and academic support are provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED