General Purpose
The Nurse Aide in Training is designed for individuals preparing to become Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). Under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, trainees receive hands-on experience and classroom instruction to develop the skills necessary to provide high-quality care to residents in a skilled nursing facility.
Essential Duties
- Participate in approved CNA training program provided by the facility or affiliated institution
- Assist residents with basic care needs such as grooming, dressing, and hygiene under supervision
- Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to licensed staff
- Help with meal service, feeding assistance, and hydration support
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for residents
- Learn proper infection control and safety procedures
- Support residents’ mobility and comfort with guidance from nursing staff
- Attend all scheduled training sessions and complete required coursework
- Demonstrate compassion, respect, and professionalism in all interactions
Qualification
Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Enrollment in or eligibility for a state-approved CNA training program
- Interest in pursuing a career in long-term care or nursing
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Physical Demands
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting
- Assisting residents with mobility and transfers
- Physical ability to perform caregiving tasks and lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to respond quickly to resident needs in a fast-paced environment
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Skills Required
- Enrollment in or eligibility for a state-approved CNA training program
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Physical ability to perform caregiving tasks and lift up to 50 lbs
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and assisting residents with mobility and transfers
- Demonstrate compassion, respect, and professionalism in interactions
- Attend all scheduled training sessions and complete required coursework
What We Do
PACS trains and hires healthcare leaders, and provides a wide array of back-office support services to healthcare facilities, reducing administrative burdens so local leadership and care teams can focus more of their efforts on the care, well-being, and quality of life of their patients. The PACS team consists of 300+ professionals who provide accounting, finance, human resources, payroll, accounts receivable and payable, legal, risk management, information technology and other business advice and support from its headquarters in Farmington, UT, and satellite offices across the United States. PACS provides back-office administrative support to 321 independently-operated healthcare facilities in 17 states.
