Full-Time
Nursing Assistant Trainee
Posted on 8/18/2026
National Health Care Associates
201-500 employees
Post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care network
Compensation Overview
$17.50/hr
Augusta, ME, USA
In Person
Bachelor's
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- A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Interest in the nursing needs of aged and chronically ill individuals, with the ability to work with both.
- A passion for healthcare and a desire to learn and grow in a long-term care setting.
- The ability to provide compassionate and empathetic care.
- The ability to communicate and work collaboratively with the care team.
- Attend class, laboratory instruction, and clinical experiences to prepare for the Certified Nursing Assistant exam.
- Engage in training programs to gain knowledge of healthcare protocols and procedures.
- Learn and apply fundamental nursing skills under supervision.
- Assist nursing staff in providing daily care to residents.
- Support residents with activities of daily living, including bathing and grooming.
- Collaborate with the care team to ensure residents' well-being.
National Health Care Associates runs a network of skilled nursing and assisted living centers in the Northeast, providing post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care. Its services include inpatient rehabilitation, ongoing skilled nursing care, and supportive assisted living to patients after hospital stays or who need long-term living arrangements. The care model relies on in-facility teams delivering therapies (such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy), medical oversight, and personalized care plans to help residents recover and maintain independence. The company differentiates itself through a 35-year track record focused on high-quality care, strong customer service, and a nurturing environment designed to help guests become better, brighter, and stronger versions of themselves. Its clear goal is to improve residents’ health, functional outcomes, and quality of life while providing compassionate, reliable support in a stable network of facilities.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Hempstead, New York
Founded
1984
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 UConn Health partnership should funnel more referrals into Connecticut centers.
- NHCA expanded beyond 45 locations, strengthening scale and regional purchasing leverage.
- Great Place to Work certification helps recruiting in a brutally tight labor market.
What critics are saying
- ProPublica logged 2026 immediate-jeopardy deficiencies at Sharon Center and others.
- CMS shows two NHCA homes with delayed inspections, inviting penalties and reputational damage.
- Persistent staffing shortages and Medicaid pressure can trap NHCA in a quality-decline spiral.
What makes National Health Care Associates unique
- Family-owned NHCA operates 45 Northeast centers across six states, per June 2026.
- June 22, 2026 UConn Health selected three NHCA centers for post-acute network.
- April 1, 2026 Great Place to Work certification signals stronger employee culture.
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Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Pulmonary Ventilator Unit One of three skilled nursing ventilator units in Connecticut, vent unit designed to maximize functional abilities of individuals living with pulmonary disorders By: National Health Care Associates Cutting The Ribbon And Making History At Riverside EAST HARTFORD, Conn. - April 1, 2025 - PRLog -- Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center (Riverside), an affiliate of National Health Care Associates (NHCA), is excited to announce the official opening of its new Pulmonary Ventilator Unit. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on March 20 at the facility, marking a significant milestone in the center's commitment to enhancing care for patients with respiratory conditions.Riverside's Pulmonary Ventilator Unit is designed to provide advanced respiratory support for patients requiring long-term ventilator therapy. This state-of-the- art unit is equipped with modern ventilators, a trained staff, and a multidisciplinary team dedicated to ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients with chronic pulmonary conditions, including respiratory failure. One of only three skilled nursing ventilator units in Connecticut, Riverside can accommodate up to 20 individuals with pulmonary disorders in private, dedicated ventilator rooms.The unit is co-directed by Drs. Patrick Troy and Michael Perkins, both specialists in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine affiliated with Hartford Healthcare