2026 Nurse Assistant Trainee Program - University of Vermont Medical Center
About The Position
The University of Vermont Medical Center is offering a Nurse Assistant Trainee course for individuals interested in becoming a Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA). This 5-week, full-time program includes daytime classes Monday through Friday, approximately 40 hours per week. Upon successful completion of the course and the state LNA exam, participants will be licensed and begin working on an assigned unit. The program seeks reliable, flexible, compassionate, and empathetic candidates with strong teamwork skills and a focus on patient care. Excellent time management is essential for fast-paced inpatient units. The training involves classroom, lab, and clinical practice in an acute medical/surgical setting. UVM Health Network also offers support for ESL learners through a virtual platform with access to a companion course and group classes.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years old or older by the date of the Licensure Test
- Completion of UVMMC Nurse Assistant Trainee course within 5 weeks of hire
- Previous patient care experience strongly preferred
- Lifting – 35-50 lbs
- Carrying – 25-34 lbs
- Pushing/Pulling – 35-50 lbs
- Willingness to commit to the assigned unit for 1 year upon completion of the program
Nice To Haves
- Entry-level candidates with no background in the medical field are welcome
- Nursing, health sciences, or related field majors are welcome
Responsibilities
- Taking vital signs
- Responding to call lights
- Electronic Medical Record documentation
- Personal care, including bathing, mouth care, toileting and skin care
- Providing direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse
Benefits
- Licensure through the State of Vermont upon successful completion
- Access to ReadyCNA Companion Course and Exam support for ESL learners
- Access to Cinematic Health and EnGen's virtual platform for English Second Language learners
- Up to 12 weeks access to the ReadyCNA Companion Course
- Up to 8 group classes available 24/7 for ESL students
- Unlimited access to the EnGen course catalogue for ESL students
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
