CNA Intern

About the role

The Arcadia Family of Companies is a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing senior living excellence. This position is part of the Workforce Center, a dedicated team of employees who provide flexible staffing support across multiple communities.

Responsibilities

• Develops CNA competencies through hands-on experience in a clinical setting.
• Supports the CNA and Nursing staff while preparing to become a CNA through learning on the job, and fulfilling certification requirements.
• Practices skills and achieves competencies learned in school under the supervision of clinical staff.
• Interacts with residents in the Health Care Center in accordance with AFC’s mission, core values, mindsets and guideposts.
• Replenishes supplies on the floor and maintains inventories.
• Runs errands within HCC for staff.
• Refills water for residents.
• Prepares and clears area for meals.
• Tidies rooms and makes beds.
• Aids with gathering supplies for showers.
• Observes and reports to Licensed Staff all changes in condition (including significant changes), behavior or whereabouts that may require intervention.
• Facilitates and supports client participation in planned activities.
• Engages in positive interactions with residents and promotes socialization during unscheduled periods.
• Delivers messages.
• Attends mandatory in-service programs.
• Attends and successfully completes state approved Nurse Aid Training Program.
• Ensures that all residents’ rights and privacy are protected and enforced.
• Facilitates and supports during emergency drills and situations such as fire, fire alarms, hurricanes, and other possible emergencies as outlined in the Disaster Response Playbook and/or the AHHS disaster policy.
• Passes Nurse Aide certification exam.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current State of Hawaii Nurse Aide certificate.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate.

Benefits

• Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents; flexible spending account, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings: Generous 403(b) Retirement Plan with 8.5% employer contribution every paycheck based on gross income after completion of one year of employment when you contribute 4% or more.
• Free Employee Meals: More time to relax and let our chefs take care of your meals.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 10-20 vacation days based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays – and yes, your birthday is a paid holiday!
• Sick Leave: After 90 days of employment, you receive 5 days of sick leave and can accrue up to 90 days, ensuring you have the support and flexibility you need when it matters most.
• Professional Development: Access to a wide array of online training courses through Relias, empowering you to enhance your professional skills; and much more!