CDOC Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) / Medication Administration (QMAP) PART-TIME - (BUENA VISTA)

Job Title

This part-time position is located in Buena Vista and provides medical assistance to inmates housed in the Buena Vista Correctional Complex.

Job Description

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• In a clinical setting, assist patients with activities of daily living to include bathing, mouth care, dressing, toileting and clothing changes when incontinence occurs, ambulation and feeding;
• Obtains and records vital signs for review by staff nurse;
• Provide and assist with patient transfers and turning in bed;
• Report changes in patient skin condition and patient health care complaints to shift registered nurse;
• Empty catheter bags; offer fluids and record Intake and Output; apply external catheters;
• Talk with patients to keep oriented to person, place, and time;
• Respond to call lights and inmate requests for assistance;
• Assist with meal distribution;
• Change linen according to unit schedule;
• Assist patient with making of bed, picking up room, etc.;
• Perform dressing changes, soaks, finger stick blood glucose measurements, vital signs, and pulse oximetry under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse;
• Maintain appropriate tool and materials control and accountability;
• Participate in development of patient plan of care;
• May be required to participate in restraining an inmate primarily for medical reasons;
• Provide clerical assistance by answering phones, taking and forwarding accurate messages, transcribing medical orders, and medical record filing;
• Retrieve and enter kites in computerized kite log;
• Schedule inmates for sick line and chronic care visits according to facility specific scheduling guidelines;
• Assist with delivery of medications;
• Receive, verify, store and prepare return pharmaceuticals;
• Assist in maintaining inventory and stocking of supplies.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Only applicants who meet the minimum and special qualifications below shall be included in the comparative analysis process:

• Applicant must have one year of full-time experience as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA). Experience must be thoroughly detailed in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of the application.
• AND

• Applicant must possess a valid, active Nurse Aide Certification (CNA) from the State of Colorado;
• Applicant must possess a valid, active QMAP** Certification; a copy of your QMAP Certification/Registration must be attached to your application.

Information on how to obtain QMAP can be found here. HOW TO BECOME QMAP Please be advised, applicant must have QMAP registration at the time of application. Substitutions:

• Current, valid licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies or any state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact will substitute for the experience requirement.

Required Competencies:

• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift;
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.
• Able to work with inmates of diverse backgrounds and functional levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate positively and professionally with inmates and staff.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of the complexities of a multi-disciplinary health care delivery system.
• Ability to problem solve critically to effectively resolve issues.
• Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality inmate care.
• Ability to operate independently within the scope of a CNA.
• Must be of high integrity to handle confidential health care information to include all inmate records.
• Basic knowledge of computer systems.

1. Experience working as a CNA in a correctional environment.
2. Current CPR Certification (attach certification).
3. Current First Aid Certification (attach certification).
4. Experience working with patients who have multiple disabilities to include both physical and mental.
5. Experience working with the senior population.
6. Hospice experience.

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