Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
MAINE VETERANS HOMES·Scarborough, Maine
MAINE VETERANS HOMES·Scarborough, Maine
The CNA assists residents with daily living activities and provides routine nursing care according to individualized care plans. This role promotes dignity, comfort, and safety for residents in a designated care setting.
Description Join Our Care Team We are seeking compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team. CNAs are assigned to a specific care area, which may include memory care, long-term care, or skilled nursing, depending on the position.
The CNA is a valued member of the nursing team responsible for assisting residents with daily living activities and providing routine nursing care in accordance with each resident’s individualized care plan. This role supports residents in a designated care setting while promoting dignity, comfort, and safety.
Key Responsibilities Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility Deliver care in accordance with individualized care plans and established nursing standards Observe and report changes in residents’ physical, emotional, or cognitive condition to the nursing team Support residents’ independence, preferences, and dignity while maintaining safety Assist with positioning, transfers, and ambulation using proper techniques Communicate effectively with nurses, team members, residents, and families Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment Document care provided according to facility policies Follow infection control, safety, and confidentiality protocols
Active and in-good-standing certification on the Maine CNA Registry Ability to work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers, residents, families, and supervisors Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Proficiency in spoken and written English Basic computer skills Shifts Available: Full-time or Part-time positions on all shifts available. Most positions require every other weekend.
On-demand access to your earned pay before payday Competitive Pay — Based on Experience and Shift MainePERS Pension Plan — for your long-term security Generous Paid Time Off Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Supportive, Mission-Driven Team Environment Growth & Advancement Opportunities Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Market context
Nursing jobs in Maine are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs across hospitals, long-term care, and community health settings. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for active or obtainable Maine RN licensure, and new graduates may still be considered. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure path and prepare examples of clinical training or rotations that match the posting.
