CNA Trainee - Muncy Place, Skilled Nursing

Are you passionate about patient care and looking to build a long-term career in skilled nursing? Muncy Place is currently hiring full-time Nurse Aide Trainees (NA Trainees) to join our dedicated team!

Program Overview

• Paid 16-Day Training Program

• Post-Training: 4-Week Orientation at Muncy Place

• Transition to CNA Role Upon Successful Completion and Assessment

Upcoming Class:

September at Muncy Place

Pre-Class Employment Opportunity: Candidates hired before the training class begins will start as Service Assistants, supporting the care team with non-clinical tasks such as:

• Assisting staff

• Passing water

• Providing general resident support

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a healthcare setting while preparing for a future CNA role.

Key Responsibilities During Training

• Spend quality time engaging with residents

• Report to the Nursing Assistant Instructor at least twice per shift

• Conduct final rounds with the care team to ensure resident comfort

• Follow scheduled breaks and lunches as directed

• Maintain a safe and clean environment, adhering to standard precautions

• Communicate effectively with residents, staff, and families

• Uphold confidentiality and resident rights

• Cooperate with staff and accept duties with accountability

• Assist new employees and follow facility policies

• Maintain educational competency with at least 12 hours of continuing education annually

Daily Care Duties

• Provide direct resident care under supervision

• Assist with bathing, hygiene, dressing, and meals

• Monitor therapy and bath schedules

• Ensure residents are ready for meals and therapy

• Offer fluids regularly and document intake

• Encourage residents to be out of bed and attend activities

• Practice safe transfers and use protective devices as needed

• Keep resident rooms neat and organized

• Transport residents to scheduled activities

Expectations

• Perform according to system-wide competencies and behaviors

• Support residents with compassion and professionalism

• Follow all safety and care protocols

• Additional duties as assigned

Education & Knowledge Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Basic understanding of:

• Body mechanics

• Safe transfer techniques

• Effective communication skills (oral and written)

Note: NA Trainees may be present in rooms where medications are stored but are not permitted to handle medications. They may assist by handing medications to a nurse at the bedside, but direct access is strictly limited.

Licensure & Certification Requirements

• CPR Certification (AHA standards including didactic and skills demonstration)

• Must be obtained within 30 days of hire

• If entering as part of the CNA training program, CPR must be obtained within 120 days

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Act 34 Criminal Clearance

• Older Adult Protective Services Act (Act 13/Act 14) compliance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran