BNA/CNA Training Class

Since 1964, Indiana families have looked to Miller's Health Systems for compassionate care for their loved ones. Our 100% employee-owned company offers a wide variety of employment and professional growth opportunities.

About the Role

Miller's is proud to provide training for those interested in a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant free of charge. Each student is required to complete classroom training and clinical training. Upon completion, students must pass the state exam to become a Certified Nurse's Aide.

Qualifications

Classroom Instruction

• Complete 36-40 hours of classroom work
• Pass all tests administered during the classroom portion with 80% or higher (each student has 3 attempts to pass)
• Failure to pass the classroom phase will result in not being placed into the clinicals

Clinical Practicum

• Complete 75 hours of supervised practicum in a long-term care facility
• Perform all required skills successfully during the practicum
• The first 16 hours of practicum must be with the class instructor; absence during this time will result in being excused from the program
• May be assigned to work with a preceptor who will assist in organization and time management
• At completion, both the preceptor and instructor will evaluate the student’s progress during the clinical
• All skills checklists (RCP’s) not signed during the classroom must be demonstrated and signed off during the clinicals by the clinical instructor or other licensed nursing professional
• Completed checklist (RCP) must be submitted at the completion of the clinicals with all required skills completed to be eligible for the state exam
• Complete a “clinical sign-in record” daily, including date, actual hours worked, student signature, and co-signature by a licensed supervisor

Requirements

• Pass a criminal background check, TB test, and physical prior to starting the course
• Mandatory attendance to all classroom sessions to meet program requirements set by the Indiana State Department of Health
• Unsatisfactory performance or attendance issues may result in dismissal from the course/program
• Comply with facility dress code requirements

Additional Information

Students who successfully complete the course will be awarded a certificate of completion and will receive a scheduled test date. The state exam fee will be paid by Miller’s Merry Manor if the student is hired and in good standing as an employee. If the student does not pass the first test, Miller’s will pay for a second attempt. If the student is not an employee, the application and certificate of completion will be provided for scheduling the test at the student’s own expense.