Certified Nursing Assistant, Brain Injury

Vinfen

. Provide direct service and daily routine and episodic nursing aide care to individuals with brain injuries and complex health needs .

Posted 9/30/2026part-timeBraintree • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing nursing aide care to individuals with brain injuries, including medication administration, daily living assistance, and accurate documentation of care. Possesses strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with clients, families, and healthcare providers while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

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CNA License in MassachusettsMedication AdministrationActivities of Daily Living AssistanceCPR CertificationKnowledge of Brain Injury

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Hard Skills

Nursing Aide CareMedication AdministrationVital Signs MonitoringWound CareDocumenting Nursing CareOperating Medical EquipmentLifting TechniquesComputer Proficiency

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsAdvocacyRelationship BuildingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

WheelchairsHoyer LiftsGlucometersNebulizersOxygen Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

CNA LicenseCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationMAP CertificationSafety Care CertificationCBIS Certification (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Brain InjuryComplex Health NeedsCommunity ResourcesSelf-Advocacy TechniquesEmpowerment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct service and daily routine and episodic nursing aide care to individuals with brain injuries and complex health needs
Administer medication and treatments according to MAP guidelines and Vinfen policies
Assist with activities of daily living, including vital signs, laundry, toileting, showering, dressing, shaving, wound care, foot care, skin checks, and passive range of motion exercises
Monitor individuals for changes in physical, mental, or emotional status
Provide for nutritional needs
Transport, assist, and accompany individuals to medical, dental, and other appointments
Maintain safe, clean, welcoming, and respectful rooms and common areas meeting safety and regulatory standards
Document nursing care, medication administration, daily shift notes, incidents, and medication errors accurately
Maintain current and accurate medical records, confidential files, equipment, and supplies
Communicate status changes and other information to managers, colleagues, families, guardians, and providers
Safely use and maintain wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, walkers, glucometers, nebulizers, oxygen, and other medical equipment
Create opportunities for participation in home, program, and community events
Encourage and respect individual preferences and choices; advocate for individuals served
Develop relationships with individuals, families, guardians, and other significant contacts
Collaborate with Vinfen departments, outside agencies, and community providers
Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings, and community meetings
Serve as a positive role model and assist with new staff orientation
Adhere to Vinfen policies and procedures and perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior experience as a CNA, preferably with people with a brain injury
High school diploma or equivalent required
CNA license in Massachusetts required
Valid driver's license presented at employment
At least 21 years of age
Maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months
Adequate insurance and safe driving record if using a personal vehicle
Must pass a driver’s screening background check
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAP required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
May be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist)
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, and perform physically active duties
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or a two-person lift
Ability to operate a computer, calculator, copier, and printer
Ability to assist clients with activities of daily living
Ability to communicate with clients, staff, families, guardians, and external representatives
Skills and competencies of a CNA
Knowledge of brain injury, human/legal/civil rights, community resources, empowerment, self-advocacy techniques, teaching modalities, and personal computer applications
Ability to document nursing care accurately, balance competing priorities, make independent judgments, and work confidentially

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fully funded 401(a), employer-sponsored retirement plan requiring no employee contribution
Employee-funded 403(b) plan
Medical, Dental and Vision plans for eligible employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more
Employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance for qualifying employees
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
Voluntary Term Life, Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Generous paid time off for employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week