UR Thompson Health·Town of Canandaigua, New York
Assist residents with activities of daily living to maintain and improve their quality of life. Transition from an apprentice to a Certified Nursing Assistant through a paid learning program.
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Thompson Health also offers a whole healthcare system where you can grow your career and advance your skills through mentorship and academic support through the organization's available resources and initiatives!
Full time hours during class, full time or part time position after becoming certified.
What will you do as a C.N.A.? You will assist residents in performing activities of daily living. This requires assisting with maintaining and improving the resident’s quality of life to the highest functional level.
How does the CNA Apprenticeship work? Thompson Health believes in the progressive approach by providing a paid job experience where candidates can eventually transition into a Certified Nursing Assistant opportunity.
Individuals are hired as Associates of Thompson Health!
A High School diploma or equivalent is required or 4 years of relevant working experience.
Daily assessments will be provided to advance the associate through the levels of apprenticeship: beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
It is required that the apprentice remain employed with Thompson Health for at least one year from certification.
Must be willing to provide excellent care to residents
Must have strong communication & customer service skills
Apprentices must be team-oriented, dependable, and honest
Must have the ability to handle unpleasant sights and odors
Must maintain a positive attitude
Must be empathetic, compassionate & courteous to residents
Must commit to working every other weekend and holiday after obtaining the certification.
$17.50 per hour
$20.00 per hour
Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, or four years of relevant work experience. Candidates must be dependable, compassionate, and willing to work every other weekend and holiday after certification.
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