Graduate NA

Graduate Nurse Assistant (Graduate NA)

Starting Pay: $22.57/HR Location: French Prairie Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Woodburn, OR Schedule: Full-Time, Part-Time & PRN Opportunities Available

Start Your Healthcare Career With Us!

French Prairie Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Graduate Nurse Assistant (Graduate NA) to join our outstanding team!

French Prairie is part of the Volare Health's family of skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers. We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people, and we strive to create a warm, respectful, and supportive environment for our residents, their families, and our staff.

As a Graduate NA, you'll have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. You'll provide direct resident care under the supervision of licensed nursing professionals while helping create a compassionate physical and psychosocial environment.

What You'll Do

As a Graduate NA, you will:

• Take and accurately record residents' temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
• Assist residents with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and mobility using proper techniques.
• Apply appropriate lifting, transferring, and postural support techniques.
• Maintain proper resident positioning and provide support as needed.
• Weigh residents according to schedule and accurately document results.
• Assist with restorative and rehabilitative nursing services.
• Respond appropriately to resident and family needs and concerns within your scope of practice.
• Collaborate with the caregiving team to identify and resolve resident and family concerns.
• Respond promptly to call lights and other resident needs.
• Treat every resident with compassion, dignity, and respect.
• Build positive and effective relationships with residents and their families.
• Ensure residents receive the correct diet and appropriate nutritional support.
• Use proper feeding techniques while maintaining each resident's dignity and encouraging social interaction.

What You'll Need

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have graduated from an approved Nurse Assistant (NA) training course within the past 60 days in the state where you will practice.
• Must be able to obtain Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification within 120 days of hire. Upon certification, your title will change to Certified Nurse Assistant, and you must maintain current certification throughout employment.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions necessary to perform the job.
• Ability to communicate positively and respectfully with residents, families, coworkers, and supervisors.
• A willingness to support and assist fellow team members.
• Reliable attendance and dependability.
• Ability to meet applicable health requirements, including a post-employment physical exam if required.
• Must successfully complete required drug screening, criminal background check, and reference verification.

Why Join French Prairie?

We're committed to supporting our team members both personally and professionally. In addition to competitive pay, we offer:

• Competitive Pay: $22.57/HR
• Affordable Health Coverage: Comprehensive health coverage through our partnership with the Oregon Trust
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Unlimited Employee Referral Bonuses

Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status, including part-time and PRN positions.

Build Your Future in Healthcare

If you're ready to begin your career in healthcare, gain valuable experience, and make a difference in the lives of others, French Prairie is a great place to start.

Join a team where compassion, teamwork, and quality resident care come first.

Apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career!