Nursing Assistant Training Program

SHS2

School Location:

Gresham, OR 97030

Now Accepting Applications for September and October!

September:

Day Class Orientation

Thursday, 8/27/2026: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Classroom/Lab

1. Tuesday, 9/1/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM
2. Wednesday, 9/2/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM
3. Thursday, 9/3/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM
4. Friday, 9/4/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM
5. Tuesday, 9/8/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM
6. Wednesday, 9/9/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM
7. Thursday, 9/10/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM
8. Friday, 9/11/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM
9. Tuesday, 9/15/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
10. Thursday, 09/17/2026: 8:30 AM- 12:00 PM

Clinical

1. Friday, 9/18/2026: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
2. Tuesday, 9/22/2026: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
3. Wednesday, 9/23/2026: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
4. Thursday, 9/24/2026: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
5. Friday, 9/25/2026: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Knowledge/Skills Day

Tuesday, 9/29/2026: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Skills Day/Graduation

Wednesday, 9/30/2026: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Certification Test

Saturday, TBD

October dates upon request.


Kickstart your career at Sapphire Health Services Nursing Assistant Training Program.

Are you a compassionate, dedicated individual eager to make a difference in the healthcare field? Join our class as a Nursing Assistant Student and embark on a rewarding journey to prepare to sit and test to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).


As a Nursing Assistant Student you will:

• Learn knowledge and skills to provide compassionate care
• Participate in a dynamic course which meets Oregon State Board of Nursing requirements
• Work alongside healthcare professionals, gaining the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in patient care
• Collaborate with your fellow students in direct learning experiences in a lab, classroom and clinical settings
• Prepare to take OSBN (Oregon State Board of Nursing) Certification exam

Classroom portion is a total of 10 days (4 days per week) and the Clinical portion is a total of 5 days. In addition to classroom and clinical hours, we include 2 certification testing preparation days and an opportunity to test at the institute.

ProgramOutcomes:

• Describe the health care team andthe roles of the nurse assistant
• Identify the scope of practice forthe nurse assistant, including ethical and legal responsibilities to thepatient/resident
• Provide quality and safe nurseassistant care in performance of procedure skills for the patient/resident
• Apply knowledge and skills whencaring for a patient/resident with acute, chronic, or terminal health careneeds
• Demonstrate assisting withrehabilitation and restorative nursing care to the adult and older adult

CourseDescription:

The Nursing Assistant course of Sapphire Health Services Nursing Assistant Training Program is designed to prepare students to pass the Certified Nursing Assistant test offered through Oregon State Board Nursing.


Students are not employees. Employment opportunities for students are available with one of our Sapphire locations upon successful course completion.


Employees of Sapphire Health Services are eligible for tuition reimbursement for Healthcare Professional Courses including nursing school after 1-year of successful employment.

Nursing Assistant (NA) Responsibilities:

• Provide residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Maintain resident confidentiality
• Be an integral part of the team caring for Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation residents
• As a Nursing Assistant (NA) with Sapphire you will foster a supportive, compassionate environment for our residents and their families
• Support residents with mobility and transfers, ensuring their comfort and safety
• Aid with feeding and ensuring residents receive proper nutrition
• Learn to measure and record vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
• Observe and report any changes in resident health status to supervising nurses
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents
• As a Nursing Assistant (NA) you will engage resident activities to enhance their physical and emotional well-being
• Gain hands-on experience with basic clinical procedures under the supervision of licensed nurses
• Practice infection control protocols and safety procedures
• Assist with maintaining accurate patient records
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a face paced environment
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced staff
• Language proficiency: Must be proficient in English to effectively communicate with residents and healthcare team members. Oregon State Board of Nursing certification test is only offered in the English language at a 6th grade level

APPLY FOR FURTHER DETAILS! SPOTS LIMITED!

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Benefits of being a Sapphire Health Services employee may include, but is not limited to:

• PTO
• 401(K)
• Medical/Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Birthday/Holiday Pay
• Wellness Fund
• Uniform Fund
• Longevity Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

HOW TO APPLY:

At Sapphire Health Services we are dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching environment for both our residents and our team members. If you are a passionate healthcare professional looking to make a difference in the lives of residents, we encourage you to apply!

Address: Portland, OR

ABOUT US: Sapphire Health Services develops and manages care and living solutions including home care, independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Our focus is steadfast; to create living and care solutions that align with our mission to promote the highest quality of life for our residents, staff and communities. Sapphire supports ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, competitive wages and generous incentives to all of our employees.


- OUR MISSION: TO PROMOTE THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OUR RESIDENTS, STAFF AND COMMUNITIES. WE STRIVE TO TREAT THEM ALL WIT THE GREATEST CONSIDERATION AND RESPECT -