Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Join AMI Expeditionary Healthcare as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). We are actively hiring caring and dependable professionals for short-term contract opportunities supporting long-term care and skilled nursing facilities in State College, PA and neighboring counties. If you are passionate about providing quality patient care and helping individuals maintain dignity, comfort, and independence, we encourage you to apply.

AMI Expeditionary Healthcare is a physician-owned healthcare solutions company providing medical and public health services worldwide. Operating on five continents, AMI delivers flexible, scalable healthcare solutions wherever they are needed most. Our work is guided by our core values of adaptability, accountability, integrity, compassion, and collaboration.

As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting residents with their daily care needs while promoting a safe, respectful, and patient-centered environment. Working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, you will provide hands-on care, monitor resident well-being, and help ensure the highest quality of life for those entrusted to your care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support to residents in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including:
• Observe and report changes in resident condition to nursing staff
• Monitor and document vital signs and other health-related observations
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Promote a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents
• Protect resident privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
• Participate in orientation, training, and continuing education programs
• Assist with meal preparation as needed
• Follow all facility, state, and federal regulations, policies, and procedures

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Certification/Registration
• Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association compliant)
• Minimum of 6 months experience as an Aide Trainee or 1 year of paid experience caring for geriatric, long-term care, or medically complex patients
• Successful completion of all pre-employment screening and clearance requirements, including background check and fingerprinting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to accurately collect, document, and communicate patient information
• Understanding of behavioral health and age-related care considerations

Inclusion & Cultural Competency

Utilize appropriate methods for interacting effectively and professionally with persons of all ages and from diverse cultural socioeconomic, educational, racial, and ethnic, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and physical abilities. Deliver targeted, culturally appropriate information to help individuals and groups understand health promotion and disease prevention information, policies, regulations, and local code.

EEO Statement AMI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to participate in its employment practices. This practice is to ensure AMI maintains a diverse and robust workforce. Based on the above, the company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Employment decisions are based strictly on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Therefore, this statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA & ADAAA Statement In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA), AMI will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes.

Background Check(s) Required Yes

Background Check Statement Disclaimer The candidate's offer is contingent upon completing a criminal background investigation, reference, and credentialing (where applicable) check. These pre-employment checks may include fingerprint checks, local law enforcement agency checks, credit checks (for employment purposes only), and education and professional licensure checks. Additionally, the company may require security clearance and other U.S. Government checks depending on the specific contract the candidate may work. Candidates will be given full details on which background check is required and separate forms to complete to sanction these checks.

E-Verify Statement AMI uses E-Verify to check employment eligibility to work in the United States. Selected candidates will be requested to complete an I-9 form and provide relevant documentation of their identity and work eligibility.

Required Applicant Documents

• Resume / CV
• Three (3) Professional and/or Academic References
• Copy of Professional License (if applicable)