Nurse Aide in Training - Military veterans preferred

Valparaiso Care & Rehab is now hiring Nurse Aides in TrainingThis is a great stepping stone to becoming a CNA!At American Senior Communities, our Nurse Aide In Training positions help provide person-centered care to our residents while earning their Certified Nurse Aide certification.The Nurse Aide Training program is a paid job opportunity that anyone can apply for to become a Certified Nurse Aide. With no previous work experience required, you complete the 30 hours of classroom and 75 hours of on-the-floor clinical to become a CNA. After completion of the CNA program, additional pathways and opportunities are available to those who want to advance their career in nursing.What ASC's Nurse Aide Training Program can offer you:Free textbookUnlimited one-on-one time with your instructorFree study materialsFree uniformFree State testing attemptsStepping stones to grow your nursing careerWhat will you be doing and how will you make a difference at American Senior Communities?Assists in making resident beds.Transports residents in wheelchairs to and from activities, the dining room, and therapy in an efficient manner.Distributes clothing protectors to residents in the dining room.May assist with dining room presetting of coffee and drinks.Passes food trays to residents but does not assist with feeding.Ensures that clean ice water pitchers and cups are provided and are full in each resident's room no less than once per shift/tour of duty.Assists in maintaining order and cleanliness in unit including cleaning pantry, cleaning utility rooms, wheelchairs, Geri-chairs, beside tables, keep bedside drawers' closets, wardrobes, and tables organized.Keeps resident personal care items separated in bags.Transports soiled clothing to laundry or to repair.Fills linen carts, obtains linens or distributes linens to resident.Participates or assists with resident activities.Immediately reports unusual occurrences, significant changes in residents physical or behavioral condition, patterns of decreased social interactions, angry sad behavior and refusals of treatment to the Unit Charge Nurse.Complies with the company's privacy practices and procedures related to resident and employee records and all state and federal privacy practices and procedures related to resident and employee records and all state and federal privacy laws including HIPAA.Complies with and adheres to the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the Bloodborne Pathogens Standards.Protective Personal Equipment (PPE), including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, extremities, protective clothing, and protective shield and barriers, will be provided, used, and maintained.Demonstrates teamwork and prompt and regular attendance to work to ensure that quality care and services are provided to the patients we serve.Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staffOur commitment to our team members:Top competitive market wagesPaid Time Off (PTO), holiday pay and *opportunities to earn additional PTOAccess up to 50% of your earned wages before payday with PayActiv*Paid training, skills certification & career development supportMedical, vision & dental insurance with Telehealth optionMedical and dependent flexible spending accounts401(k) retirement plan optionsLucrative employee referral bonus programTuition assistance and certification reimbursement*Continued education opportunities through Purdue Global & O2NE scholarship programEmployee assistance program & wellness supportRetail, food & entertainment discounts, and so much more*Terms and conditions applyWe are Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran and other protected categories.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)