CNA Student

Job Description

Job Description

CNA Student (Paid Training Opportunity)

The Orchards Michigan, located in Douglas, MI, is currently seeking CNA Students to join our team. No prior healthcare experience or CNA certification is required. We will sponsor selected candidates to attend our partnering CNA school and cover the program expenses.

You will begin by working as a Hospitality Aide in the facility for approximately two to four weeks. This gives you time to get to know our residents and team, become familiar with the skilled nursing environment, and show your commitment to providing excellent care. You will then attend our partnering CNA school. After graduating, you will return to the facility for training and work while completing the state CNA certification process.

CNA Student Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support residents and staff as a Hospitality Aide during the initial two to four weeks

• Help with nonclinical tasks, such as delivering meals, keeping resident areas tidy, and responding to requests by notifying the appropriate staff member

• Build positive relationships with residents and learn the facility’s routines and expectations

• Attend and successfully complete the CNA program through our partnering school

• Return to the facility after graduation to complete orientation and begin working under appropriate supervision

• Assist residents with daily living activities as permitted by your training, role, and applicable requirements

• Observe residents and report concerns to the supervising nurse

• Follow all facility policies, professional standards, and federal, state, and local requirements

• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and facility information

CNA Student Qualifications and Skills:

• No current CNA certification or healthcare experience required

• Availability to work as a Hospitality Aide for approximately two to four weeks before attending CNA school

• Ability to attend and successfully complete the CNA program through the facility’s partnering school

• Commitment to taking and passing the state CNA competency examination and obtaining certification within 120 days of returning to the facility after graduation , as a condition of continued employment and subject to applicable requirements

• Compassion for older adults and a desire to learn resident care

• Effective communication, teamwork, and attention to detail

• Dependability and willingness to follow instructions and accept feedback

• Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation

CNA Student Benefits:

• Facility-sponsored CNA school and covered program expenses

• Hands-on experience in a skilled nursing facility

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

• Vacation and Paid Sick Time

• 401K

• Tuition Reimbursement