Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Correctional FacilityRole Summary

Are you an adaptable and compassionate caregiver looking to bring high-quality care to an underserved population? We are seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our clinical team within a secure facility. In this vital role, you will work under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to assist with direct patient care, monitor health status, and help maintain a safe, secure, and respectful clinical space. This environment provides a highly structured, stable workspace that allows you to rapidly diversify your clinical skillset and build resilience. If you are a dependable professional driven to provide patient-centered care with true empathy and strong professional boundaries, we invite you to make a meaningful impact with us!

Duties & ResponsibilitiesPatient Care & Observational Support

• Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Provide respectful, hands-on assistance to patients with everyday needs, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.

• Clinical Monitoring: Accurately measure, monitor, and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and other key clinical indicators.

• Vigilant Care: Carefully observe patients and promptly report any changes in physical condition, behavioral health, or medical status to the nursing team.

• Intake & Transitions: Support the smooth coordination of initial patient intake screenings, internal transfers, and discharge procedures.

• Procedure Support: Partner with and support nursing staff during routine medical assessments, clinical treatments, and urgent emergency situations.

• Meticulous Records: Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of all care provided within electronic or paper medical records.

• Safety & Security Compliance: Adhere strictly to all facility safety protocols, security procedures, and universal infection control guidelines (including proper PPE usage).

• Professional Boundaries: Establish and maintain firm, healthy professional boundaries with patients while preserving their comfort and confidentiality under HIPAA regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Certification: Current, active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of practice.

• Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Environment Comfort: Ability to work effectively, remain calm under stress, and navigate daily interactions comfortably within a secure facility setting.

Desired Qualifications

• Background Variety: Prior experience working in specialized settings like behavioral health, long-term care, acute hospital units, skilled nursing, or correctional healthcare.

• Diverse Populations: Experience delivering care to diverse, vulnerable, or traditionally underserved patient populations.

Location and Work Type

• Work Type: Full-Time, Permanent Contract Opportunity (40 hours per week).

• Work Setting: 100% On-site within a highly structured facility healthcare environment.

• Schedule: Dynamic AM/PM shift rotation requiring every other weekend.

  • 8-hour AM Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

  • 8-hour PM Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

  • 12-hour Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Benefits of Joining this Team

• Lifestyle & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a highly consistent full-time schedule with predictable hours and a rotating weekend structure.

• Diverse Clinical Depth: Accelerate your medical career and build a standout resume by gaining specialized experience navigating unique clinical scenarios.

• Purpose-Driven Care: Experience deep professional fulfillment by bringing high-quality healthcare and essential everyday comfort to a patient population that truly needs it.

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