Simply Healthcare Funds Scholarships for Miami Dade College Certified Nurse Assistant Program During Summer Cohort
29 April 2024 - 10:00PM
Business Wire
To empower the next generation of healthcare
practitioners and boost Florida’s healthcare workforce amid growing
demand, Simply Healthcare is offering full CNA scholarships at
Miami Dade College
Simply Healthcare Plans (Simply Healthcare), a leading provider
of Medicaid and Medicare solutions in Florida, is announcing
life-changing opportunities for South Florida residents who aspire
to become Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). The healthcare
organization has partnered with Miami Dade College (MDC) to offer
full scholarships for the summer cohort of the college’s Certified
Nurse Assistant program. Registration and scholarship applications
for the opportunity join a high-demand career field are now open
through mid-May for two summer classes that will begin June 1 and
June 11, 2024, respectively.
"Simply Healthcare remains steadfast in our commitment to
fostering the health and prosperity of Floridians, while
revolutionizing healthcare across our state," said Dana Gryniuk,
Medicaid President of Simply Healthcare Plans. "This latest Simply
Healthcare initiative is designed to amplify Florida’s medical
workforce capabilities. By increasing access to specialized
training, we empower the next generation of healthcare
practitioners, enabling them to not only enhance patient care, but
also bolster their personal economic stability."
The need for CNAs in Florida has reached critical levels as the
state’s population ages and comorbidities become more prevalent.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that approximately
174,000 job openings will be posted for CNAs each year in Florida
and that Florida has one of the highest demands for CNAs – second
only to California. By funding scholarships that make CNA career
opportunities accessible, Simply Healthcare is not only helping
Florida strengthen the pipeline of healthcare professionals needed
to keep up with demand, but it is also playing a crucial role in
enhancing the quality of healthcare services throughout the
state.
“We are grateful for the generous support Simply Healthcare has
provided to equip aspiring Certified Nursing Assistants with the
educational opportunities they need to succeed in healthcare
careers and to meet the critical staffing needs in our state’s
healthcare facilities,” said Miami Dade College President, Madeline
Pumariega. “This program paves the way for workforce mobility and
meets the urgent staffing needs of Florida’s healthcare
facilities.”
CNAs play a critical role in the healthcare ecosystem by
providing hands-on, intimate care to patients under the supervision
of Registered Nurses (RNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).
CNAs assist patients with direct healthcare needs and activities of
daily living such as bathing, ambulating and checking vital signs.
MDC’s CNA program provides students with the basic nursing care
skills needed to prepare for the state exam and work with patients
according to predefined guidelines. MDC’s 120-hour CNA program
emphasizes training in fundamental patient care skills. This
includes monitoring vital signs, maintaining accurate
documentation, understanding body mechanics, managing daily patient
care and learning basic medical terminology.
The first round of Simply Healthcare CNA scholarships for MDC
students were awarded to 28 students attending Spring 2024 classes.
Simply Healthcare’s funding has made another round of CNA
scholarships for MDC students planning to attend the program’s
summer cohort. These scholarships cover the full cost of tuition as
well as books/supplies, uniforms, CPR certification, state testing
fees and transportation to classes.
To learn more about MDC’s CNA program and apply for a Simply
Healthcare scholarship visit the Certified Nursing Assistant page
on MDC’s website at https://ce.mdc.edu/.
ABOUT SIMPLY HEALTHCARE PLANS
Simply Healthcare Plans, Inc., is a Florida managed healthcare
plan that serves Medicare Advantage and Medicaid members in the
state of Florida. In addition, Simply Healthcare, through a line of
business called Clear Health Alliance, also serves Florida Medicaid
members who are living with HIV/AIDS. Our goal is to provide
healthcare and related services that are comprehensive, integrated
and patient-centered. Each and every day, members of our team can
be found in Florida communities, listening to our members,
interacting with our healthcare providers and partnering with
community-based organizations. Our goal is to ensure members and
entire communities are empowered to become active participants in
their healthcare and sustain healthy lifestyles. To learn more
about Simply Healthcare, visit www.simplyhealthcareplans.com.
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Dionisia Malecki, Simply Healthcare Public Relations Phone:
813-399-0364 Email: dionisia.malecki@elevancehealth.com