Nurse Aide in Training

Winfield Nursing & Rehab Center•Winfield, AL

About The Position

The Nurse Aide in Training works as part of a team to assist Certified Nursing Assistants in providing direct care to residents and patients in accordance with treatment plans and as directed by the training course instructor. The role combines classroom activities, scheduled orientation, on-the-job training, exercises, and hands-on learning, with the goal of studying for and taking the state-administered exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. The position supports residents’ and patients’ care needs and comfort, provides safe bedside assistance, communicates with residents and nursing team members, and helps maintain a warm, caring, safe, and professional environment. It also involves accompanying residents to activities, completing documentation, building relationships with residents and families, and complying with HIPAA when handling protected health information.

Requirements

Willingness to learn and passion for caring for residents and patients.
Ability to communicate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, patients, families, community members, volunteers, and Diversicare team members.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Basic computer knowledge and ability, with an aptitude for learning company applications.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a skilled nursing or long-term care center.
Special interest in and a positive attitude about working with long-term care residents and patients and the elderly.

Responsibilities

Assist Certified Nursing Assistants in providing direct resident and patient care according to treatment plans and instructor direction.
Help with care needs and comfort, including oral hygiene, bathing, dressing and undressing, and room cleanliness.
Complete assignments from the training course instructor, including exercises and hands-on learning activities.
Attend and participate in classroom activities, scheduled orientation programs, and on-the-job training.
Provide safe bedside care and assistance with integrity and compassion.
Communicate effectively with residents, patients, and nursing team members to support confidence and quality of care.
Accompany residents to activities and functions as needed.
Complete required documentation accurately and promptly.
Build serving relationships with residents, patients, family members, and team members.
Comply with HIPAA requirements when accessing protected health information.
Study for and take the state-administered exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant.