In partnership with Baton Rouge Community College, Woman’s will provide a unique opportunity for internal and external applicants to complete a paid 3-week CNA program and have the opportunity to be a part of Woman's full-time staff when finished.

The curriculum is based on the standards set by the Louisiana Department of Health Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program and the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA). Completion of this training program will make students eligible to take the Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation.

This course will be in-person learning at BRCC Acadia Campus and will integrate the skills needed (feeding, bathing, mobilizing patients, etc.) to successfully complete this program. At the end of the two-week, Monday-Friday classroom portion of this course there will be a one-week (40 hours) clinical rotation at an LDH approved facility.

Total Tuition, Supplies, and Fees paid by Woman’s Hospital with a one-year commitment to either our Labor & Delivery, Med-Surg/Oncology or Mother/Baby department.

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Applicants cannot already have a CNA, CMA, PCT or other equivalent certification or diploma.
• Must be willing to pay any outstanding balances with BRCC or any other Louisiana Technical Colleges before starting the program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with patients and their families.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress situations and maintain a compassionate and empathetic approach.

Class Schedule October 7^th - 25^th, 2024

• Two weeks of classroom, Monday - Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm
• One week of clinical Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm
• Candidates will be paid for all hours in the program
• Course Schedule can be viewed here
• Course Curriculum can be viewed here

Certification Exam October 29^th, 2024

Employee Orientation November 4^th - 5^th, 2024

• Full-time position 36-40 hours per week including weekend and holiday requirements.
• Nursing Assistant Pay Range - $13.19 - $18.63

If you have any questions or would like to connect with one of our recruiters directly, please e-mail hrjobs@womans.org.