Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) - Department 378

Bridgewell • Dracut, MA

4d • $17 - $23

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides quality support to individuals with developmental and psychiatric disabilities. The role assists with activities of daily living, personal care, health monitoring, medication administration, transportation, documentation, and access to community resources and recreational opportunities. Services must preserve each individual’s comfort, privacy, and dignity and comply with DDS, CARF, MAP, and other applicable regulatory standards.

The schedule is 40 hours per week: Monday and Tuesday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.; Wednesday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.–9:00 a.m. (ASON); and Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. The position requires a current Massachusetts Nursing Assistant Certification, or a bachelor’s degree may be substituted for a CNA based on experience. A high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities are also required.

Bridgewell describes a compassionate, collaborative work environment and opportunities for training, development, and growth. The role requires acceptable CORI results. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• At least one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities.
• Successful completion of a Massachusetts-approved Nursing Assistant Certification course or other education that meets state certification requirements.
• Current Massachusetts Nursing Assistant Certification and maintenance of active certified status; a bachelor’s degree may be substituted for a CNA based on experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and one year of driving experience.
• Able to climb stairs frequently, lift up to 50 pounds, and drive a vehicle.
• Normal range of eyesight, with or without corrective lenses, and hearing, with or without corrective equipment.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, and communication.
• Provide care such as checking vital signs and weight and applying creams or ointments.
• Maintain individuals’ comfort, privacy, and dignity while delivering services.
• Observe residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report changes to the Program Director.
• Provide services in accordance with DDS, CARF, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Assist individuals with medical, clinical, and financial needs by identifying needs and securing appropriate services.
• Transport individuals to and from medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program as needed.
• Maintain daily and monthly progress notes in accordance with DDS and applicable regulatory standards.
• Write annual assessments on individual goals outlined in the Individual Service Plan (ISP) and participate in ISP and other relevant meetings.
• Help individuals access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations.
• Maintain core training certifications, including CPR/FA, OSHA, CPI, PABC (if applicable), and MAP.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee’s birthday.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.

What This Job Offers

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