About The Position

The Nursing Assistant Trainee participates in a formal learning program to develop the confidence and competence needed to provide personal care to clients. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in partnership with a preceptor, the trainee provides holistic, client-centered care that promotes independence and client rights in a safe, caring, and efficient manner. The role is performed within the scope of a non-certified nursing assistant. The training program is delivered in a hybrid format, combining online curriculum with hands-on skills development. Trainees must complete all program requirements within the designated timeframe and may perform services only after training and demonstrated proficiency. Upon completion, trainees are prepared to take state knowledge and skills examinations for CNA or other applicable state certification. While training, the trainee serves as part of the nursing team and follows location-specific standards for infection prevention and control, personal protective equipment, safety, and privacy.

Requirements

  • Minimum age of 16.
  • CNA license required within four months of employment.
  • Where applicable, certification and registration with the Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) Registry.
  • Ability to perform detailed work correctly, handle stress, demonstrate critical thinking, and prioritize responsibilities.
  • If the role is classified as a Sanford Category II Driver and driving is required, a valid driver's license, motor vehicle report, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions are required.

Nice To Haves

  • High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
  • Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Follow written and verbal instructions and fulfill training requirements within the designated timeframe.
  • Work with clients and their families to support physical, cognitive, spiritual, emotional, and social needs.
  • Deliver age-appropriate care addressing clients’ physical, psychological, and restorative needs as defined in care plans.
  • Assist the care team and document client care when appropriate.
  • Report changes in client condition and care-related concerns to a licensed nurse.
  • Assist with basic health care needs and activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, undressing, obtaining vital signs, providing psychosocial support, and other assigned personal care.
  • Assist clients with transferring, repositioning, range-of-motion exercises, and walking using appropriate transfer techniques and equipment.
  • Assist clients with meals and snacks and provide water and nutritional supplements as appropriate.
  • Assist with housekeeping, laundry services, and other duties within the non-certified nursing assistant role.
  • Follow location-specific standards for infection prevention and control, personal protective equipment use, safety, and privacy.
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