Certified Nursing Assistant

This role involves providing care and assistance to Veterans/Members during night shifts. Candidates must be available to work weekends and adhere to a rotating schedule of 36 hours one week and 48 hours the next. The position requires a commitment to maintaining high standards of care and participating in quality improvement processes.

• Assist Veterans/Members with daily living activities such as transfers, ambulation, eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Support nursing staff with simple medical procedures including suppositories, enemas, treatments, post-surgical, and post-mortem care.
• Monitor the physical and mental status of Veterans/Members using appropriate medical equipment to take vital signs and obtain samples.
• Document medical records and worksheets accurately for all assigned Veterans/Members.
• Assist with dining services, including transporting Veterans/Members to the dining room, informing them about menu choices, and serving meals.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the environment by changing bedding and linens.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations and assist licensed nurses as needed.
• Perform additional duties such as transporting Veterans/Members to appointments and clerical tasks as required.
• Participate actively in Arizona Management System (AMS) processes and the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.

• Knowledge of para-professional nursing care principles, practices, and techniques.
• Understanding of state and agency laws and regulations related to para-professional nursing practices.
• Familiarity with the use and maintenance of medical equipment in assigned duties.
• Ability to maintain a safe, orderly, and hygienic environment.

• Proficiency in applying para-professional nursing practices and interpreting relevant laws and regulations.
• Competence in recording and maintaining medical records.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Capability to learn and implement Arizona Management System (AMS) methods.

• Candidate Resume
• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• 7-year background check including OIG/SAM name clearance
• CPR/BLS Card
• TB Skin Test
• License/Certification: CNA
• Skills Assessment Checklist
• Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
• Competency Tests
• Drug Test
• COVID Vaccination Card
• Food Handler's Certificate