Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Summary:

The Montana State Hospital Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential support to residents by assisting with daily living activities, basic hygiene, vital sign monitoring, specimen collection, and emergency assistance. The role requires strong communication skills, accurate observation and reporting, and the ability to work cooperatively within a healthcare team. Experience in mental health or related healthcare settings is critical, along with certification and travel experience. Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with basic hygiene tasks including bathing, oral hygiene, and dressing.
• Perform health-related tasks such as taking and recording vital signs and collecting specimens.
• Provide assistance during emergency situations as needed.
• Transport residents to appointments and assist as necessary.
• Communicate information clearly and follow instructions accurately both orally and in writing.
• Make accurate observations and report or record resident status and changes.
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with team members.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Valid Montana Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of job-related experience working with people in healthcare or group home settings.
• At least 2 years of experience in a psychiatric facility.
• Minimum of 1 year travel contract experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions explicitly.
• Ability to make accurate observations and report accordingly.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification.
• Experience in mental health settings such as state hospitals or specialized mental health facilities.
• Experience in geriatric care, long-term care, hospice, emergency, or urgent care settings.

Special Considerations:

• Must demonstrate high skill in de-escalation techniques.
• Flexibility with facility scheduling including holidays and shift changes.
• Commitment to working in an adult psychiatric facility environment.
• Travel experience of 1-2 years is required.
• Compliance with facility policies and procedures is mandatory.

Scheduling:

• Shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM (overnight shift).
• Availability for open shifts and float pool assignments preferred.
• Flexibility to work holidays and variable schedules as assigned.