Nursing Assistant Class - Dare 2 Care

Marquis Companies • Springfield, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Marquis Springfield partners with Dare to Care to provide a Level 1 Nursing Assistant Training for individuals interested in careers as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). This program is designed for those passionate and committed to pursuing a career as a CNA in the Long-Term Care industry. The primary responsibility of a student selected for this training course is to acquire the knowledge, skills, and certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by successfully completing the entire course. This class prepares students to take the State of Oregon CNA certification exam approximately one month after course completion. For consideration, applicants must submit an application electronically. If selected, an interview will determine acceptance into the program. Enrollment requires legal documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S., passing a criminal background check, employment reference checks, and being at least 17 years of age. Fingerprints will also be required by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) prior to the course start. This fast-paced program includes classroom instruction, lab simulations, and clinical practice with residents/patients. Classes are held Monday through Friday for approximately four weeks. Specific class dates and their respective classroom hours/clinical rotations are listed as: August 10th (Eve Class), October 19th (Day and Eve Class), and November 9th (Day Class). Upon successful completion of the course, employment opportunities as a CNA may be available within Marquis's thirteen Long-Term Care facilities in the Portland Metro area or the Marquis At Home agency.

Requirements

• Submit an application electronically.
• Provide legal documentation establishing identity and eligibility to be legally employed in the United States.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Pass employment reference checks.
• Be at least 17 years of age.
• Provide fingerprints prior to beginning the training course.
• Be professional, attentive, and ready to participate.
• Be able to lift forty (40) pounds.
• Be able to be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to read, write and understand/comprehend English.

Nice To Haves

• Passionate and committed about pursuing a career as a CNA in the Long-Term Care industry.

Responsibilities

• Acquire the knowledge, skills, and certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by successfully completing the entire course.
• Prepare to take the State of Oregon CNA certification exam.
• Participate in classroom instructions, lab setting simulations, and clinical practice with residents/patients.
• Successfully pass quizzes, the final exam, and other evaluations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed