CNA Trainee - Muncy Place, Skilled Nursing
UPMC
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:
November 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
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