Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee

Want to get paid while embarking on an epic journey in medical care? If you’re committed to serving, caring, and growing a career in nursing, we have the perfect position for you as a Certified Nursing Assistant Trainee! Impacting the everyday lives of our state’s heroes is incredibly rewarding, and this is your chance. Apply today! Hourly Wage: $16.83 Important Notes Once you complete your certification, you will be promoted to a full time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and will earn benefitsYou must remain employed with Missouri Veterans Commission for a minimum of 12 months following completion of the courseIf you leave employment, you will be required to repay all costs associated with training Examples of Work Regular, reliable attendance for classroom and floor assignmentsProvide direct care to Veterans such as: taking vitals, weight/height measurements, assisting Veterans with personal hygiene needs, elimination, and transfersCommunicate with Veterans in an effective and therapeutic mannerDocument in the electronic medical record (EMR)Assist with meals – trays, delivery, feedingAssist with dressing and grooming as necessaryLift, clean, and move equipmentStand and walk for extended periods of time Qualifications No experience requiredInterest in nursing field and desire to help others Joining the team with the Missouri Veterans Home, you have an opportunity to build lasting relationships with your co-workers and our Veterans - these are the top 2 reasons our long-term team members give as the reason they work with us! Benefits Successful completion of the course will lead to a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant position, and you will have access to the following benefits: 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidaysHealth (medical, dental, vision) and free life insuranceRetirementUp to $75/month match on savings plan6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption How To Reach Us Each MO Veterans Home has a recruiter on staff. We are here to answer any questions you may have. Please follow the link to our Hiring Page to find your local recruiter's contact information. MVC Hiring Page: https://mvc.dps.mo.gov/hiring/ At the Missouri Veterans Commission, we value diversity because we believe in the power of our differences. MVC strives for an inclusive work environment where equal and equitable opportunities exist for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, uniformed service member, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law .