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

Bridgewell • Dracut, MA

2d • $23 - $23

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides quality support to individuals with developmental and psychiatric disabilities. The role assists with daily living, personal care, routine health checks, medical and community needs, and medication administration while protecting each person’s comfort, privacy, and dignity. The CNA observes and reports changes in condition or behavior, maintains required records and certifications, contributes to individual service planning, and provides transportation as needed. Services must comply with DDS, CARF, MAP, and other applicable regulatory standards.

The scheduled hours are Sunday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Wednesday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and Thursday 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. The position requires a Massachusetts CNA certification (or qualifying education), a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license. Acceptable CORI results are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• At least 1 year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities.
• Successful completion of a Massachusetts-approved Nursing Assistant Certification course or other education meeting 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 at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Must be able to climb stairs frequently, lift up to 50 pounds, and drive a vehicle.
• Must have a normal range of eyesight 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, incontinence 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 of 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 health benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee's birthday off.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities across more than one hundred programs.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

What This Job Offers

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