CNA Trainee

Dove Healthcare•St. Croix Falls, WI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Dove Healthcare is participating in the WisCaregiver Careers Program, offering a CNA Trainee position. This program provides an opportunity to start a career in healthcare by covering the costs of CNA class and testing fees. Trainees will be compensated at $15/hr for their attendance during the 75-hour CNA class. Upon successful completion of the CNA testing and subsequent employment as a CNA at a Dove Healthcare facility for six consecutive months, a $500 bonus will be awarded. The program outlines a clear path: apply, interview, sign an agreement, enroll in a free CNA class with assistance, complete the class, pass the state exam, and then begin work as a certified CNA. Dove Healthcare emphasizes career growth, offering pathways to roles such as medication aide, LPN, RN, or management, supported by tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities. The company operates 11 skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, six assisted living residences, and three independent living complexes across various Wisconsin locations, providing a range of care services including inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation, post-hospital care, ventilator care, skilled nursing, long-term, and end-of-life care, as well as senior living options. Dove Healthcare is committed to compassionate care, high standards, disciplined leadership, and mutual respect.

Requirements

Participate in a successful interview
Sign the program agreement
Complete the 75-hour CNA class
Pass the state competency exam
Work as a CNA at one of Dove Healthcare's participating locations for six consecutive months to receive the bonus

Responsibilities

Attend and complete the 75-hour CNA class
Take and pass the state competency exam
Work as a CNA at a participating Dove Healthcare location for six consecutive months to earn the bonus

Benefits

Paid CNA class and testing fees
$15/hr for attendance in the CNA class
$500 bonus after six consecutive months of work as a CNA
Tuition reimbursement to help further your education
Flexible scheduling
Competitive wages
Health insurance (flexible plans)
Company paid life and AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness incentives, including onsite gyms, health club reimbursement, weight loss program reimbursement
Supplemental benefits, including short-term disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, hospital indemnity, cancer
Paid time off (PTO)
Floating holiday
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Early wage access through DailyPay
Childcare assistance - up to 20%
401k, with company match
Financial planning resources
Referral bonus - up to $700 per referral
Scholarship opportunities
Continuing education
Career mapping