CNA-1/GNA Training Class

About the role

FutureCare offers a training program to start your career as a Caregiver and become a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA). You’ll receive hands-on learning, mentorship, and support to grow into a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Training details

• Assigned an experienced Mentor to work side-by-side with you
• Hands-on learning in our healthcare resident area and clinical classroom sessions
• Dedicated nursing staff and nurse educators to monitor your progress
• Training salary: $15/hr
• Training schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–3:30 PM (on-site)

Responsibilities

• Respond timely to residents’ call lights and offer support as needed
• Assist residents with care including bathing, grooming, and hygiene
• Perform restorative procedures as instructed
• Clean oxygen concentrators, feeding pumps, IV poles, and wheelchairs
• Assist with transferring residents to and from beds, chairs, and wheelchairs
• Assist with moving resident personal items during room changes
• Make resident beds and handle linen according to infection control guidelines
• Set up trays for residents who feed themselves
• Fill water pitchers and hand out trays during mealtime
• Practice infection control and standard precaution techniques
• Perform a variety of other duties while being trained and as assigned

Benefits after training

• Full-time placement at one of our facilities with a competitive salary
• Advance/Flex Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Excellent benefits package
• Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity to test for GNA exam through the Maryland Board of Nursing
• Career Growth Ladder to advance to Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Registered Nurse (RN)

Requirements

• Ability to pass a reading and arithmetic assessment during pre-employment screenings
• Ability to complete an 8-week training course
• Basic computer knowledge
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Prior experience in a healthcare environment is desirable
• Must be able to train on-site Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–3:30 PM as scheduled
• Professional, courteous, and tactful interaction with nursing staff, residents, and family members
• Kind, patient, and empathetic personality
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to follow directions and complete all assigned tasks
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for at least 8 hours/day