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Summary
For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Certified Nursing Assistants:
0-1 years of experience eligible for $2,500 (full time)
1+ years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time)
- Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time CNA position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.
- Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.
Waldo County General Hospital serves the health needs of area residents through Waldo County General Hospital, Waldo County Medical Partners, five rural health centers, home health and hospice services, public health nursing Penobscot Shores and educational programs.
Waldo County General Hospital is a 25-bed, not-for-profit, critical access, medical and surgical hospital in Belfast, Maine, which has served the health needs of our local residents since 1901. The hospital features an inpatient hospice care suite; a fully-digital radiology and imaging department with in-house CT scanner, MRI unit, nuclear medicine scanner, digital mammography and digital ultrasound; a medical oncology and infusion therapy clinic; a sleep disorders Laboratory; advanced cardiology and pulmonary testing; the Voice and Swallowing Center of Maine; a mobile PET scanner; and a Dialysis Clinic.
Waldo County General Hospital is part of the Coastal Healthcare Alliance and the MaineHealth system.
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Position Summary This position consists of 24 hours per week with Friday, Saturday, Sunday schedule.
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The Swing Bed CNA collaborates with the Swing Bed Coordinator and Rehabilitation Therapists to provide group and individual activities for the WCGH Swing Bed patients. Duties involve personal contact with a varying resident population and a varied work schedule. Tasks will also involve activity assessments, attention to the environment, use of supplies and equipment, acquiring, and maintaining storage for such supplies/equipment. When swing bed census is low, the Swing Bed CNA will report to the Swing Bed Coordinator/Charge Nurse/House Supervisor and will assist with patient care where needed. The Swing Bed C.N.A may be utilized to cover for the MSU Unit Secretary for breaks.
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Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
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Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
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License/Certifications: CNA Certificate or 5+ years of activities coordination experience (must obtain CNA certificate within six months). Successful completion of an approved Certification Program in Activities Coordination (within 1 year) preferred.
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Experience: See "License/Certifications." Previous experience in a clinical setting preferred.
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Good verbal and written communication skills.
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Respect for the rights of patients including the right to privacy and the right to make choices.
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Positive attitude and team player.
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MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.