Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Vascular Access

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 22417

Full-time, Day Shift

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Clinical Nursing Assistants (CNA):

• 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.

Unit Bio:

MMC's Vascular Access unit is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join their team. This person will support adult and pediatric patients for all MMC units. Competitive candidates for this position have prior vascular access experience and certified in vascular access but will consider experience in areas such as: SCU, PACU, oncology, IV Therapy or home health Schedule: 12 hours shifts (1900-0730)

Summary:

On the vascular access team, the C.N.A. role is the backbone of the service and requires the ideal candidate to be organized, flexible, and a team player. The C.N.A. fulfills the observer role during PICC insertions assisting the nurse with patient positioning, handing sterile supplies into a sterile field, and partnering with the nurse to ensure adherence to elements of the sterile procedure. The C.N.A. also plays a role in organizing/managing supplies in the supply room and vascular access carts frequently used by the team. This 10 hour shift position currently requires a 1 in 4 weekend rotation.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1. Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.

2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Certified Nursing Assistant required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.

3. Experience: One year of relevant experience required. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Certified Nursing Assistant I role.

Additional Information:
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

*Seeking a career as a CNA but not currently on the Registry? We offer a paid Internship program! Earn while you learn - get started today! CNA Training | Maine Medical Center | Portland, ME (mainehealth.org)

If you have questions about this role, please contact Meredith Files at meredith.files@mainehealth.org