Nursing Assistant in Training

Job overview

The Nursing Assistant in Training role is onsite in Watkins, MN, with evening, night, and day shift options described in the posting. Compensation is $19.09 per hour while in training; the posting lists a CNA starting wage of $22.60 plus experience, with shift differentials of $3 per hour for evening shifts and $4 per hour for the NOC shift. Cura of Watkins is a care facility that emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and well-being. The trainee provides direct patient support while working toward CNA certification through the facility’s free CNA class and paid testing. The role contributes to continuous patient care by assisting with daily activities, monitoring and reporting changes, documenting care, and collaborating with nursing staff.

What you'll do

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including dressing and toileting
• monitor vital signs and report changes or concerns
• respond to call lights and patient requests
• maintain a clean and safe environment consistent with infection-control policies
• document care and communicate during shift handovers
• collaborate with the nursing team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

nursing assistant in training

watkins mn

cura health

cna training

patient care

activities of daily living

vital signs

evening shift

noc shift

day shift

$19.09/hr training

free cna class

paid testing

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) match
• tuition reimbursement
• scholarship program
• career advancement and professional development.

Why this role

No CNA certification is needed to start; the employer offers free CNA classes and pays for testing while training. Applicants must be certified or willing to enroll in a CNA course.

About the employer

Cura Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.