By Kim Anderson With all the talk about employers needing workers, it might seem like any job is as good as the next. But not every job comes with health insurance, vacation time or a retirement plan. For anyone just getting started or looking to make a new start, finding a good job can be hard—especially if you don’t have money to pay for training or school. If that sounds like you or someone you know, Kootenai Health has just made it easier to embark on a medical career. Time is money The hospital needs certified nursing assistants, or CNAs, and it will help anyone who is willing to get the training. Anyone who works at Kootenai Health in any job for 90 days can be part of the program. Kootenai Health will pay the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center the cost to enroll in their 12-week CNA training program. Once you graduate and earn your CNA certification, starting pay for CNAs is $17.85 per hour—but that’s not all. You also get health insurance, vacation time and money saved for your retirement. “We are making this easy for anyone who wants to be a CNA get started and get a good job,” said Kelly Wolfinger, talent acquisition manager at Kootenai Health. “For anybody graduating from high school or getting their GED who is ready to start making a living, or for someone who is looking for a more stable job, this is a great way to go. You put in the time, and we’ll pay the full $1,500 for the program up-front. You don’t have to pay and then wait to get paid back.” Be an apprentice Anyone interested in the program can even start working at the hospital as a CNA apprentice while they are going to school. They get to work right alongside other CNAs and nurses helping patients and learning on the job while they also learn in school. After working as a CNA for a while, many people decide to get more schooling to become a nurse. Kootenai Health has programs to help people who are ready to make that change. There are also programs to help people learn many other types of jobs, including becoming a medical assistant through the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center. Kootenai Health is a place you can be proud to work, and the more you learn, the more you can earn. “Every one of us at Kootenai Health is helping make sure our patients get the care they need,” said Kelly. “If you want a good-paying job and you want to help people, we want you to be part of our team.” Join our team Visit KH.org/careers, call (208) 625-4620 or email careers@kh.org to search current openings and learn more. Caring and Aspiring Kootenai Health offers training and benefits for future medical professionals 16
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