Nursing Assistant Academy

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Start Date: Monday, January 13th

Pay Rate: $18.62/hour

Open Positions: 8

Overview:

This is a paid opportunity to complete a Nursing Assistant course and launch your career in healthcare. Applicants must not currently be certified as Nursing Assistants or have completed a Nursing Assistant course.

Selected candidates will enroll in a paid, 3-week (120-hour) Nursing Assistant course provided by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute in Golden Valley. The coursework includes a mix of in-person and virtual instruction. Upon completing the course, participants will take the Minnesota CNA Registry Exam.

Graduates will transition into one of the following Nursing Assistant positions:

* 6 positions at Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, Golden Valley

* 2 positions with the float pool team at Abbott Northwestern Hopsital, Minneapolis

Position Details:

* FTE: 0.8 (64 hours per two-week pay period)

* Shift: 8-hour shifts with a Day/Evening rotation

* Schedule: Every other weekend required

* Both locations are union-represented under a collective bargaining agreement

This is a unique opportunity to gain certification and secure employment in a supportive healthcare environment.

Requirements:

* Willingness to complete the 3-week Nursing Assistant course and certification exam

* Commitment to transition into one of the available Nursing Assistant roles post-training

Location:

* Training: Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, Golden Valley, MN

* Positions: Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, Golden Valley or Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis

Take the first step toward a rewarding healthcare career! Apply today.

Job Description:

Allina Health has created a unique training and development program, providing you the opportunity to become a Nursing Assistant through our Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy. You will earn while you learn and grow throughout the program's duration. Placement into a Nursing Assistant role with Allina Health is contingent on successful completion of the program and details will be determined at the time of completion.

Principle Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in Allina Health's Nursing Assistant Academy, with both in person and virtual learning
• Learn basic nursing skills including how to take vital signs, provide personal cares, and mobility assistance
• After successfully completing all coursework, exams, and competencies required of the course, the trainee will be hired into a nursing assistant position, determined at that time
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

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Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weightUp to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently