What are the responsibilities and job description for the LNA Apprentice - Become an LNA for FREE! position at Rockingham County (NH)?
BECOME AN LNA FOR FREE!
Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney’s Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff’s Office, Department of Corrections, Human Resources, Finance Office, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
Enjoy up to an $8,000 Sign-On Bonus and become an LNA for FREE! Rockingham County has partnered with local LNA Programs in NH to have your LNA training fully paid for and hire you as a Full Time LNA! The Licensed Nursing Assistant Apprentice Program will provide you with the basic nursing skills to prepare you for a successful career in healthcare while working for Rockingham County.
*Call Autumn Newsome, Recruiter at (603) 679-9301 for questions!*Accepted students will take hybrid classes (online theory/in-person clinicals) at a local LNA Program to learn the required skills to become an LNA. While taking classes, students have the option of working at Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center as a Temporary Universal Worker. After receipt of their LNA License, students are required to work full-time at Rockingham County for one (1) consecutive year as an LNA.
Course requirements:
- Ability to be accepted into any of the following LNA Programs (application provided separately by Rockingham County)
- LNA Health Careers (Manchester, NH)
- Manchester Community College (Manchester, NH)
- NHTI Community College (Concord, NH)
- Great Bay Community College (Portsmouth, NH)
- 50-60 hours of online theory.
- Up to 24 hours of in-person, pre-clinical laboratory.
- 60 hours of on-site clinical.
- State test after completion of the course and successful passing of the exam within 3 attempts during the span of 3 months.
- Continued full-time employment for one (1) consecutive year at Rockingham County as an LNA upon receipt of license.
- High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
- Submit a brief essay, up to 200 words, addressing the following items:
- Describe the qualities that you value about the nursing field.
- Tell us about your character, traits, skills, or previous experiences leading you to this program opportunity.
- What does becoming a Licensed Nursing Assistant mean to you?
Equal Employment Opportunity
Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.
Salary : $15
