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Paid Training - Nursing Assistant Student Program - LTC

Part-time

Essentia Health

Aurora, MNPart-time$15/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$15/hr
Location
Aurora, MN
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Essentia Health is hiring a Paid Training - Nursing Assistant Student Program - LTC. Essentia Health offers a no‑cost Certified Nursing Assistant training program in Aurora, MN, providing paid hands‑on experience, tuition‑free education, and a pathway to CNA certification while working 24‑36 hours per week on a flexible schedule.

Key focus areas include Assist licensed professionals and direct care staff with personal care tasks based on individualized care plans to ensure residents’ comfort, Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment for residents, and Assist with meal setup, water pass, and other basic personal care needs.

Successful candidates bring Successfully Complete Facility Required Training Courses. Preferred (not required): Assist With Personal Care Tasks, Maintain Clean, Safe, And Organized Environment, Assist With Meal Setup, and Provide Activities And Exercise Opportunities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Assist With Personal Care TasksMaintain Clean, Safe, and Organized EnvironmentAssist With Meal SetupProvide Activities and Exercise OpportunitiesSupport Psychosocial Needs and Emotional Well-BeingObserve and Report Changes in Residents’ ConditionsComplete Documentation Accurately and TimelyAssist With Entrance Screening

Qualifications

Successfully Complete Facility Required Training Courses

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Building Location:

Northern Pines Medical Center

Department:

2133090 NURSING HOME - NPMC SNF

Job Description:

Become a Certified Nursing Assistant with Essentia Health – No-Cost Training Opportunity!

The Essentia Health Northern Pines Care Center team is excited to partner with Advanced Minnesota to offer free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training for individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career in healthcare.

This program covers the full cost of education and the certification exam required to become a CNA. Participants will also earn income while training by providing indirect care to patients.

Program Highlights

  • No cost for tuition or certification exam

  • Earn income during training

  • Hands-on experience in a supportive healthcare environment

Education Qualifications:

This is a Flex position (0.6-0.9) - 24-36hr per week.

Rate of Pay:

  • $15.00/hour during training

  • CNA wage upon certification, based on Essentia Health Virginia Care Center’s CNA pay scale

As a CNA Trainee, You Will:

  • Assist licensed professionals and direct care staff with personal care tasks based on individualized care plans to ensure residents’ comfort.

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment for residents.

  • Assist with meal setup, water pass, and other basic personal care needs.

  • Provide activities and exercise opportunities as assigned.

  • Support residents with psychosocial needs and emotional well-being.

  • Observe and promptly report any changes in residents’ conditions to supervisors.

  • Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

  • Assist with entrance screening and other duties as assigned.

Our benefits are exceptional and include:

  • Health insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Life and Accident Insurance

  • 401K employer contribution

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Tuition reimbursement

Come work with us!

Be a part of an organization that invests in YOU!

Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Requirements:

  • No education required

  • Must successfully complete the facility required training courses.

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

FTE Flex Day/Night (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Compensation Range:

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.

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