Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Employment Status: Per Diem * *

PayRate Interval: Hourly

PayRate Max: 24

Shift: Varied Shifts

A family-owned business since 1973, purchased in partnership by Ross care and First Atlantic Healthcare, Katahdin Health Care has offered quality care to the elderly in Millinocket, Maine and surrounding area communities. We have become well known for that care and we continue that tradition with pride. We have a 36-bed facility, that includes 12 Memory Care beds. We offer a range of services including: long-term care, skilled care, with physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Katahdin Skilled Nursing follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.

Looking for a job with some flexibility? We need someone who can work per diem covering days, evenings, or nights as needed. We would love to have you apply! Flexibility and you can earn up to $20/hr!

Opportunities available for all levels of experience, including new grads!

CNA Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) to become a part of our facility’s compassionate care-giving team. The CNA will interact directly with residents, providing comfort and transportation, monitoring their vital signs and assisting with daily living needs. We are searching for a dedicated, compassionate and energetic individual to be a vital link between our residents and the nurses and other facility staff.

CNA responsibilities and duties

• Assist with daily activities.

• Help residents with personal hygiene

• Provide adjunct care for the patient

• Check vital sign and record daily information in the resident’s chart

• Assist the nurses and other staff as needed

• Adhere to professional standards

• Follow policies and procedures and abide by federal, state and local requirements

Requirements:

• Completion of a state-approved CNA certification training course

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to work as part of a team and to handle multiple tasks safely and effectively

• Good communication skills, including the ability to communicate sensitive information with empathy (“bedside manner”)

As an eligible employee of the First Atlantic Healthcare family you will benefit from:

While you are caring for our residents, we take care of you!

• Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability

• Flexible Savings Account, including medical dependent care

• Robust shift differentials $2.00 - $6.00 per hour

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Retirement Savings program with employer contribution

• Tuition Reimbursement and education support for grow your career with us

For over 30 years, First Atlantic Healthcare has been committed to the care and improvement of our residents by delivery individualized, high quality, cost effective healthcare services throughout the state of Maine. We have invested in the rebuilding and updating of all skilled nursing, skilled rehabilitation, long term care and assisted living facilities statewide that demonstrate First Atlantic’s commitment to providing all of Maine with dignified, modern healthcare that centers on the patient experience.