CNA - Nursing Assistant - Male Inpatient Facility

CNA Position at The Orenda Center of WellnessThe Orenda Center of Wellness is actively looking for a CNA to assist our medical department at our residential substance abuse treatment facility exclusively for men located in the serene countryside of Buckeystown, Maryland. We are a fun energetic company doing our part in the battle against addiction and mental health stigma, by offering the highest standard of individualized treatment in a loving and therapeutic environment. In addition to substance abuse treatment, we also offer co-occurring mental health services by licensed clinical therapist. We are working towards improving access to healthcare services, while beginning to serve the ever-growing population of males, suffering from the afflictions of substance use disorders. As a result, we are looking for an organized, patient, and caring Nursing Assistant (CNA) with the passion to serve the underserved to join our multi-disciplinary medical team. This role will assist the nursing department with all daily tasks and administrative duties. The ability to handle / assess minor medical issues and oversee client medications will be required.The CNA position entails:Work directly with onsite nurse and report to Nursing Director (NP)Full time 40-hour work week with scheduling flexibility available and daily 30-min off clock breaks as requiredAssisting with all nursing / medical assessments on intakesAdministering and/or overseeing medications as prescribedEnsuring that the med log is up to date and medication security is followedAssisting nursing with counting of controlled substances and reporting of needs / errorsAssessing clients who are ill either from withdraw or unrelated illnessMonitoring vital signs and reporting to nursing any medical emergencies or crisisDocumentation in EMRConducting and completing all required nursing department paperwork and requirements of care dailyRequirements:CNA active and clean licensed in the State of MarylandCMT - Med technician certification from Marland Board of Nursing - active and in good standingBLS First aid / AED/ CPR Certification - active and in good standingCompassionate and caring attitude towards all patients and support staffPreferred experience working with Behavioral Health, Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder TreatmentPreferred experience working with medications and controlled substances including maintenance medicationPosition Offering:Competitive pay rates range $20 to $23Company paid life insurance. - complimentary plus additional purchase plans availableCost sharing on medical, dental and vision coverage BCBS offered company plansPaid National Holidays (7) / Employee Birthday Paid Day off (1)3 Weeks - PTO per year with rollover optionsEmployee wellness program and discount service plansEAP Program (immediately available)For further information or question please feel free to contact us directly at View email address on click.appcast.io