Nursing Assistant I (CNA)

Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission – it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row! We are searching for a talented Nursing Assistant I. Hours: 24hrs Shift: Day shift, 7:00am – 3:30pm with weekend and holiday rotation Location: St. Luke's Hospital – New Bedford, MA Salary: USD $19.19 - $25.76 /Hr. Rotation Schedule Requirement: every other weekend and holiday Sign-on Bonus: $900 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible) Career Benefits A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package Employee Wellbeing Program 403B Retirement Plan with company match Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Responsibilities Under general supervision of the assigned Manager, Patient Care Services or designee, perform a variety of duties including basic care, personal hygiene, mobility, nutritional support, maintaining patient environment, and providing assistance to licensed staff in carrying out related duties. Qualifications Equivalent to completion of four years of high school plus additional specialized courses or training. Graduate of a Nursing Assistant Training Program is preferred. Nursing Assistant Certification in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or equivalent is required. Current CPR Certification is required. Three (3) months experience in an acute care or long-term setting is preferred. Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19 or be exempt from vaccination requirements by signing a statement of exemption after hire. Employment Details Employment type: Full-time Seniority level: Entry level Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southcoast Health