Trained Nursing Assistant Program

Looking to become a Certified Nursing Assistant?

German Centre is currently seeking candidates for our Trained Nursing Assistant (TNA) positions. These positions are assistants to the CNAs and provide real-world training on how to become a successful CNA.

Get On-the-Job Training to Become a CNA

Training Nursing Assistants (TNAs) provide direct and indirect care to residents under the supervision of a nurse and perform other duties assigned by nurses and other clinical and administrative leadership. TNAs also collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to maximize the quality of life for our residents. Not only does our program provide the necessary training, but the majority of our trainees are hired after they complete the course and get their certification!

A woman in the TNA program

We are very excited about the TNA classes. It really is a win-win situation for everyone involved in the program.

Tammy Starion, Director of Nursing at Brudnick Center

About German Centre

German Centre is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides exceptional service-enriched residential care and post-acute care for seniors. Our beautiful campus offers a variety of services including skilled nursing, assisted living, hospice and palliative care, adult day health and more.

A woman working through the TNA program

Details About the Program

Once individuals are accepted into the program, they are required to take an eight-hour ACHA class and are paired with a CNA who has been carefully selected by the nursing team. There is also a competency sheet that needs to be completed. The TNAs are provided with job descriptions, but of course, they are limited in their responsibilities until they have completed the class. Next, the TNAs take an online course, which is taught by Karen Petruccelli, Vice President of Clinical Quality Improvement. In essence, clinical instruction is provided in conjunction with classroom theory and laboratory work.