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Are you passionate about patient care and looking to build a long-term career in skilled nursing? Muncy Place is currently hiring full-time Nurse Aide Trainees (NA Trainees) to join our dedicated team!

Program Overview

+ Paid 16-Day Training Program

+ Post-Training: 4-Week Orientation at Muncy Place

+ Transition to CNA Role Upon Successful Completion and Assessment

Upcoming Class:

January 2026 at Muncy Place

Pre-Class Employment Opportunity

Candidates hired before the training class begins will start as Service Assistants, supporting the care team with non-clinical tasks such as:

+ Assisting staff

+ Passing water

+ Providing general resident support

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a healthcare setting while preparing for a future CNA role.

Key Responsibilities During Training

+ Spend quality time engaging with residents

+ Report to the Nursing Assistant Instructor at least twice per shift

+ Conduct final rounds with the care team to ensure resident comfort

+ Follow scheduled breaks and lunches as directed

+ Maintain a safe and clean environment, adhering to standard precautions

+ Communicate effectively with residents, staff, and families

+ Uphold confidentiality and resident rights

+ Cooperate with staff and accept duties with accountability

+ Assist new employees and follow facility policies

+ Maintain educational competency with at least 12 hours of continuing education annually

Daily Care Duties

+ Provide direct resident care under supervision

+ Assist with bathing, hygiene, dressing, and meals

+ Monitor therapy and bath schedules

+ Ensure residents are ready for meals and therapy

+ Offer fluids regularly and document intake

+ Encourage residents to be out of bed and attend activities

+ Practice safe transfers and use protective devices as needed

+ Keep resident rooms neat and organized

+ Transport residents to scheduled activities

Expectations

+ Perform according to system-wide competencies and behaviors

+ Support residents with compassion and professionalism

+ Follow all safety and care protocols

+ Additional duties as assigned

Education & Knowledge Requirements

+ High school diploma or equivalent preferred

+ Basic understanding of:

+ Body mechanics

+ Safe transfer techniques

+ Effective communication skills (oral and written)

Note: NA Trainees may be present in rooms where medications are stored but are not permitted to handle medications. They may assist by handing medications to a nurse at the bedside, but direct access is strictly limited.

Licensure & Certification Requirements

+ CPR Certification (AHA standards including didactic and skills demonstration)

+ Must be obtained within 30 days of hire

+ If entering as part of the CNA training program, CPR must be obtained within 120 days

+ Basic Life Support (BLS)

+ Act 34 Criminal Clearance

+ Older Adult Protective Services Act (Act 13/Act 14) compliance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran