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DescriptionWesleyLife is proud to announce the 6th cohort of our state-approved Nursing Assistant Training Class to start on Monday, September 23rd. Invest in yourself and your future by applying for a seat in our program today with WesleyLife!Why become a CNA?Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant with WesleyLife is an exciting way to enter healthcare. The CNA profession is fundamental to ensuring those served receive the highest level of care during every shift. Plus, it's a well-paying career that you can start in as little as 3-4 weeks with a CNA program! As a CNA, you would have the opportunity to work with individuals in a Long Term Care, Home Health, or Hospice setting, providing care and support on a daily basis. In some organizations such as WesleyLife, the CNA career path is robust! There are many opportunities, including team lead, a Mentor, a Medication Aide, or pursue your clinical education further in becoming a nurse.What can you expect from our CNA program?
80-hour course over the span of three weeks. Monday, September 23rd to Friday, October 11th.
Interactive classroom-style setting onsite at Wesley on Grand Community, near downtown Des Moines
Exposure to our Person-Directed Living philosophy through onsite clinicals at one of our Communities for Healthy Living
Unique, customized learning materials highlighting not only Nursing Assistant competencies, but customer experiences and hospitality as well
Training lead by our Clinical Educator with over 20 years of clinical experience in Long Term Care and Skilled Nursing
Cost for tuition and all materials for the program is $700.00 for all non-team members
If you are currently employed or have an offer of employment as a CNA as of the date on which you begin the program, you are not responsible for tuition. Your employer is responsible for the cost of the program. Please let WesleyLife know if this applies to you.
Class Schedule- Monday to FridayClass 1: 9/23/2024Class 2: 9/24/2024Class 3: 9/25/2024Class 4: 9/26/2024
Class welcome
Syllabus
Senior living care environments
Communication
Resident Rights
Emergency procedures
Infection Control
Classroom (5.5 hours)Lab (1 hour)8am-3:30pm
Promoting resident independence
Family and culture
Vital signs
The resident’s environment
Classroom (4.5 hours)Lab (2 hours)8am-3:30pm
Care of cognitively impaired residents
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease
Restraint free environment
Skin Care
Bathing
Classroom (3.5 hours)Lab (3 hours)8am-3:30pm
Disabilities & mental health
Anatomy & physiology of body systems
Oxygen therapy
Dressing/ Grooming
Oral hygiene
Classroom (4 hours)Lab (2.5 hours)Class 5: 9/30/2024Class 6: 10/1/2024Class 7: 10/2/2024Class 8: 10/3/20248am-3:30pm
Anatomy & physiology of body systems, cont.
Toileting
Urinary catheters
Nurse aide’s role in documentation
Classroom (4 hours)Lab (2.5 hours)8am-3:30pm
Nutrition & hydration
Fluid balance/ I&O
Height and weight
Care of the dying resident
Classroom (4.5 hours)Lab (2 hours)8am-3:30pm
Rehabilitation and restorative care
Ambulation, Transfers
Turning & positioning
Bowel & bladder training
Classroom (3 hours)Lab (3.5 hours)8am-1:30pm (open lab until 3pm)
Working as a nurse aide
State registry
Continuing education
Caring for yourself
Clinical experience preparation
Classroom (3 hours)Lab (1.5 hour)Class 9: 10/7/2024Class 10: 10/8/2024Class 11: 10/9/2024Class 12: 10/10/2024Class 13: 10/11/20247am-3pmClinical ExperienceClinical (6 hours)7am-3pmClinical ExperienceClinical (6 hours)7am-3pmClinical ExperienceClinical (6 hours)7am-3pmClinical ExperienceClinical (6 hours)7am-12pmClinical ExperienceClinical (6 hours)If you are interested in signing up for a class later in 2024, please see the full year's schedule below for our CNA Program:
September 23rd - October 11th
Compensation:
The set pay rate while enrolled in our CNA course is $14.25 / hour if you are a team member of WesleyLife. Pay will then increase once hired as a CNA with WesleyLife.
Shift Differentials for 2nd, 3rd and weekend shifts as a CNA
What You’ll GainIn addition to the competitive compensation you’d expect, WesleyLife offers true flexibility. You don’t want to work all the time, and we don’t want you to! In addition, our locations are filled with team members who have one another’s backs and leaders who genuinely care about each team member as a person.We’re committed to creating the best work experience you’ve ever had. Why not give us a look today?Health and Financial Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including healthcare, vision, dental, and 401K.
Scholarship Reimbursement: Up to $3,000/year for educational pursuits.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year for furthering your education.
Wellness Incentives: Free wellness membership and cash incentives for staying healthy.
Educational Discounts: Enjoy an 18% discount at Purdue University Global.
Additional Perks:
Referral Bonus Program: Earn bonuses for referring qualified candidates.
Voluntary Benefits: Life, accident, and critical illness coverage available.
WesleyLife has been certified as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work! (https://www.wesleylife.org/blog/wecare-connect-names-wesleylife-best-place-to-work)WesleyLife has been named one of Senior Care’s Best Places To Work under a new certification program from WeCare Connect, the survey leader among organizations that serve older adults. This award is extended to only a small percentage of organizations and is based on such variables as speed and efficacy of issue resolution, high participation rates, and high responder rates around satisfaction.With a legacy spanning 76 years, WesleyLife has established an esteemed reputation for excellence, recognized across the Midwest as transforming the aging experience. Committed to health and well-being, WesleyLife's networks offer a comprehensive range of services, encompassing brick and mortar Communities for Healthy Living alongside home health, hospice, personal services, adult day programs, transportation, and home-delivered meals.About WesleyLife: (https://bingbang.widen.net/view/video/ltuigibqrf/20191WhatisWesleyLifeV1.mp4?x.portalshortcodegenerated=odc6wtij&x.app=portals)Only qualified candidates will be contacted to move to the next step of the hiring process. Unfortunately, WesleyLife will not sponsor applicants for work visas.WesleyLife believes in the value of diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Because of our commitment to your health and well-being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, and drug screen.
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