Free Nursing Assistant Class - Become a CNA today!

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Program

Are you interested in working in the healthcare field and have a drive to help others? We are offering a FREE class to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA) and help you start an exciting career in the healthcare field! All candidates must pass a background check. All candidates must attend registration and 100% of the scheduled classes. Program must be attended in person at Alderwood Park Health and Rehabilitation located at 2726 Alderwood Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225. In the CNA class you will learn to:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, preparing them for meals, social groups and appointments
• Ensure resident needs are being met routinely
• Review and follow care plans and identify any changes in their routine or care
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
• Ensure that resident's rooms are ready for receiving and make residents comfortable.
• Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies.

Available benefits when hired include:

• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays (after 90-day Introductory Period)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Classroom will be Monday through Thursday starting at 8:30 am. Facility will assist with testing and applying for required state licensure.

Requirements:

• Must possess a minimum of a 10th grade education.
• 18 years old
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Effectively communicate necessary resident information to Charge Nurses, Director of Nursing and/or Administrator.
• CPR certified preferred but not required