Paid Training - Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care Job Virginia area,Minnesota USA,Healthcare

Building

Location:

Essentia Virginia Care Center

Department:

2103090 NURSING HOME - VIR SNF

Job Description:

Become a Certified Nursing Assistant with Essentia Health – No-Cost Training Opportunity! The Essentia Health Virginia Care Center team is excited to partner with Advanced Minnesota to offer free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training for individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career in healthcare. This program covers the full cost of education and the certification exam required to become a CNA.

Participants will also earn income while training by providing indirect care to patients.

No cost for tuition or certification exam
Earn income during training
Hands-on experience in a supportive healthcare environment

As a CNA Trainee, You Will:

Assist licensed professionals and direct care staff with personal care tasks based on individualized care plans to ensure residents’ comfort.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment for residents.
Assist with meal setup, water pass, and other basic personal care needs.
Provide activities and exercise opportunities as assigned.
Support residents with psychosocial needs and emotional well-being.
Observe and promptly report any changes in residents’ conditions to supervisors.
Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Assist with entrance screening and other duties as assigned.

Rate of Pay:

$15.00/hour during training

CNA wage upon certification, based on Essentia Health Virginia Care Center’s CNA pay scale - $19.22/hour base

This position is part of a self-directed, cross trained team. Each team member is trained in direct resident care, housekeeping, laundry, dietary, and activity functions following facility policies, procedures, and programs. A holistic approach will be taken to coordinate resident/patient centered care in a home like environment.

Education

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in healthcare setting
Interest in Long Term Care

Licensure/Certification

Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

Must pass the educational component and receive their certificate of completion within 4 months from date of hire as a student

FTE:

0.6

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

varies

Shift End Time:

varies

Weekends:

rotation

Holidays:

Call Obligation:

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact your HR Service Center at .