Awake Overnight Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, CHHA, Brain Injury

Vinfen

Part-time awake overnight CNA supporting people with brain injuries and complex health needs. Providing nursing aide care through Vinfen’s Massachusetts community-based human-services programs.

Posted 8/21/2026part-timeBraintree • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $21 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing direct care and support for individuals with brain injuries, including administering medications, assisting with activities of daily living, and maintaining accurate medical records. Strong ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare providers while ensuring a safe and compliant living environment.

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CNA License In MassachusettsMedication AdministrationActivities Of Daily Living (ADLs)Brain Injury KnowledgeCPR Certification

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MonitoringWound CareDocumentation StandardsAssistive Equipment OperationNutritional SupportPersonal Hygiene TrainingSafety TrainingMedication Administration ProceduresDaily Living Task AssistanceEmergency Response

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationEmpathyAdvocacyProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

GlucometerHoyer LiftNebulizerOxygen EquipmentOffice Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Brain InjuryCommunity Living ArrangementDirect ServiceHealth NeedsPersonal Computer Applications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide awake overnight program activities in a community living arrangement
Provide direct service and nursing aide care to individuals with brain injuries and complex health needs
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
Administer medications and treatments according to MAP guidelines and Vinfen policies
Provide nutritional support and training in ADLs, personal hygiene, dressing, and household chores
Conduct and document fire and safety training
Provide transportation to medical, dental, and other appointments as directed
Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming, and compliant environment, including housekeeping, snow shoveling, and garbage removal
Document nursing care, medication administration, daily shift notes, incidents, and medication errors
Maintain accurate and current medical records, confidential files, equipment, and supplies
Communicate status changes and care information to managers, colleagues, families, guardians, and providers
Safely operate and maintain assistive and medical equipment, including wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, walkers, glucometers, nebulizers, and oxygen
Support participation in home, program, and community events
Respect individual preferences and choices and advocate for individuals served
Develop relationships with individuals, families, guardians, and significant others
Collaborate with Vinfen departments, outside agencies, and community providers
Attend meetings and trainings, model positive behavior, assist with new-staff orientation, and follow Vinfen policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior experience as a C.N.A., preferably with people with a brain injury
High school diploma or equivalent required
CNA license in Massachusetts required
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 Brian Injury Specialist)
Valid driver's license required; must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and pass a driver’s screening background check
Adequate insurance and a safe driving record required when using a personal vehicle
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, lift at least 25 pounds, and assist clients with daily living tasks
Ability to operate a computer and office equipment
Ability to communicate with clients, staff, families, guardians, and external representatives
Knowledge of brain injury, CNA skills, documentation standards, personal computer applications, empowerment and self-advocacy techniques, teaching modalities, and relevant resources
Ability to work collaboratively, balance competing priorities, make independent judgments, and work confidentially

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Opportunities to attend staff meetings, trainings, and community meetings
CPR, First Aid, MAP, and Safety Care training/certification opportunities after hire