LNA Apprentice - Become an LNA for FREE!

Salary: $15.00 Hourly
Location : 117 North Rd, Brentwood, NH
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 21-00315
Department: Long Term Care Nursing Staff
Division: Long Term Care Nursing
Opening Date: 07/30/2024

BECOME AN LNA FOR FREE!

Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney's Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff's Office, Department of Corrections, Human Resources, Finance Office, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits + generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
Enjoy up to a $4,000 Sign-On Bonus and become an LNA for FREE ! Rockingham County has partnered with local LNA Programs in NH to have your LNA training fully paid for and hire you as a Full Time LNA! The Licensed Nursing Assistant Apprentice Program will provide you with the basic nursing skills to prepare you for a successful career in healthcare while working for Rockingham County.

*Call Autumn Dickson, Recruiter at View phone number on click.appcast.io for questions!*

A DAY IN THE LIFE


Accepted students will take hybrid classes (online theory/in-person clinicals) at a local LNA Program to learn the required skills to become an LNA. While taking classes, students have the option of working at Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center as a Temporary Universal Worker. After receipt of their LNA License, students are required to work full-time at Rockingham County for one (1) consecutive year as an LNA.


Course requirements:

• Ability to be accepted into any of the following LNA Programs (application provided separately by Rockingham County)
  • LNA Health Careers (Manchester, NH)
  • Manchester Community College (Manchester, NH)
  • NHTI Community College (Concord, NH)
  • Great Bay Community College (Portsmouth, NH)
• 50-60 hours of online theory.
• Up to 24 hours of in-person, pre-clinical laboratory.
• 60 hours of on-site clinical.
• State test after completion of the course and successful passing of the exam within 3 attempts during the span of 3 months.
• Continued full-time employment for one (1) consecutive year at Rockingham County as an LNA upon receipt of license.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• Submit a brief essay, up to 200 words, addressing the following items:
  • Describe the qualities that you value about the nursing field.
  • Tell us about your character, traits, skills, or previous experiences leading you to this program opportunity.
  • What does becoming a Licensed Nursing Assistant mean to you?

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.
Rockingham County offers a complete benefits package including: health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability and optional long-term disability. Employees working 35 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the New Hampshire Retirement System (pension plan). Go to for more information.


For complete benefit information:
Additional Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off (22.13 days accrued each year)*
• 11-12 Paid Holidays*
• $150/Year Uniform Stipend**
• Shift Pick Up Bonuses**
• Short Staff Pay**
• 100% Paid Short Term Disability***
• 100% Paid Life Insurance ($25,000) and AD&D Insurance ($25,000)
• Optional Long Term Disability***
• Optional Deferred Compensation 457B Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement ($4,000 annually following one year of benefits-eligible employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Website
• On-Site Gym, Staff Dining/Cafeteria, and Quiet Room w/ Massage Chair

*Pro-rated for part-time employees
**For nursing employees only
***For full time employees only, "Weekender" employees are not eligible for disability insurance