LNA Training Track (Support Aide)

$19.20 / hourly

LNA Training Track (Support Aide)
PAID Nurse Training Track

 

At Elderwood, our Mission is People Caring for People. Our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide our commitment to outstanding resident care and to supporting the growth of our employees. If you have a natural desire to help others and are looking for a pathway into nursing, this opportunity may be the perfect fit.

LNA Training Track (Support Aide) – Position Overview

Elderwood at Burlington offers a paid, comprehensive pathway for individuals who wish to become Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs). Whether you have prior experience as a CNA, LNA, HHA, PCA, or are brand new to the field, this program provides hands-on exposure and structured training that leads to certification and permanent placement as an LNA.

Support Aides work alongside our clinical team to assist with basic non-clinical resident care tasks while awaiting entry into the next Nurse Aide Training Program. Once enrolled, participants complete a full three-week paid training program followed by certification testing sponsored by Elderwood.

Why Work at Elderwood?

• Paid Nurse Aide Training Program

• Weekly pay schedule

• Gas Allowance Stipend for eligible part-time and full-time positions

• Tuition Assistance Program for nursing or clinical advancement

• 401(k) with employer match

• Full benefits package for eligible employees

• Robust Employee Referral Program

• Ferry reimbursement

• Opportunities for long-term career growth in nursing and clinical care

LNA Training Program Details

• Three-week paid course

  • Weeks 1–2: Classroom instruction

  • Week 3: Clinical rotation

• Training schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (times may vary slightly)

• Elderwood pays for:

  • The state LNA certification exam

  • Required onboarding items (PPD, Physical, etc.)

• While awaiting training, you will work as a Support Aide on an assigned shift

• Upon passing, your title and pay will be updated to LNA

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Free On-Site Parking, Free Uniforms, Friendly and supportive staff, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!, Substantial employee referral program, Tuition reimbursement program

Support Aide Responsibilities

• Transport or accompany residents to dining, activities, therapy, and other locations as assigned

• Make unoccupied beds and prepare resident rooms

• Assist in the Dining Room by passing trays, assisting with basic setup, and supporting meal service

• Distribute supplemental nourishments to residents who do not require feeding assistance

• Lead simple, informal resident activities when time permits

• Provide fresh water to resident rooms

• Assist with preparing residents for bedtime

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and unit areas

• Clean resident equipment such as wheelchairs, beds, and geri-chairs

• Report unusual resident incidents or observations to supervisory staff

Support Aide Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age; high school diploma or equivalent required

• Employment Certificate/Work Permit required for applicants ages 16–17

• No findings or convictions related to resident abuse, mistreatment, or property misappropriation

• Commitment to resident dignity, respect, and quality care

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.