Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $19 / Hour

Hours: 40.00

Location: JB Lewis-McChord, WA

Emergency Room Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) | Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

$25.92/hour Total Compensation

Base Rate: $20.50/hour + $5.42/hour Health & Welfare

Amergis Healthcare is seeking experienced and dedicated Emergency Room Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to support Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced emergency care environment while supporting active-duty service members, military families, and beneficiaries.

The ideal candidate will have recent Emergency Department or Urgent Care experience, strong patient-care skills, and the ability to perform effectively in a dynamic healthcare setting that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Position Highlights

• $25.92/hour total compensation

• $20.50/hour base rate + $5.42/hour Health & Welfare

• Long-term federal contract opportunity

• Work alongside military and civilian healthcare professionals

• Fast-paced Emergency Department environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting military healthcare operations

Schedule & Shift Information

This position supports a 24/7 Emergency Department and requires flexibility to work:

• Days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and training holidays

• Rotating schedules based on mission requirements

• Typical shifts include:

• Day Shift: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

• Evening Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

• Within a two-week pay period, CNAs typically work:

• Six (6) 12-hour shifts

• One (1) 8-hour shift

• Total of 80 hours per pay period

• Includes a 30-minute unpaid meal period

• Schedule may be adjusted to meet mission requirements at any time

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program

• Minimum one (1) year of Emergency Room or Urgent Care CNA experience within the last two (2) years

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Ability to complete TB screening requirements

• Current immunization and vaccination documentation as required

• U.S. Citizenship required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Key Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

• Provide age-appropriate care based on established policies, procedures, and provider orders.

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including:

• Hygiene and personal care

• Ambulation and mobility

• Feeding and hydration

• Exercise and repositioning

• Comfort and safety measures

• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.

• Transport patients safely throughout the facility for procedures and testing.

Clinical Support

• Obtain and document vital signs and promptly report abnormal findings.

• Observe patients for changes in condition and communicate concerns to nursing staff.

• Assist providers and nurses during examinations, treatments, and procedures.

• Prepare and stock examination and treatment rooms.

• Assist with specimen collection and transport to laboratory services.

• Collect specimens including:

• Urine

• Sputum

• Throat cultures

• Nasal cultures

• Wound cultures

• Perform phlebotomy duties upon successful completion of required competencies.

Emergency Department Operations

• Support emergency patient flow and clinical operations.

• Serve as a patient safety attendant for behavioral health or high-risk patients when assigned.

• Monitor patients at risk for self-harm and maintain required observation documentation.

• Maintain patient rooms and treatment areas, ensuring cleanliness and appropriate stocking of supplies and equipment.

• Support nursing and medical staff with routine and urgent patient-care activities.

Documentation & Communication

• Document observations, patient care activities, and patient responses in the medical record under appropriate supervision.

• Communicate patient information accurately to nurses, providers, and healthcare team members.

• Provide patient and family instruction regarding laboratory testing, imaging appointments, and other diagnostic procedures.

Administrative Support

• Answer telephones and assist with unit administrative functions.

• Support department orientation, training, and in-service activities as assigned.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass federal background and credentialing requirements

• Successful completion of TB screening and immunization requirements

• Maintain professional appearance and conduct in accordance with military treatment facility standards

• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, nights, and holidays as required

Amergis Benefits

In addition to Amergis' comprehensive benefits package, eligible employees may receive:

• Up to 2 weeks paid time off

• Up to 56 hours paid sick leave annually

• 11 paid Federal holidays

• Additional $5.42/hour Health & Welfare benefit paid up to 40 hours per week

Join Amergis and become part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional emergency care services at Madigan Army Medical Center . If you are an experienced CNA who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about patient care, we encourage you to apply today.

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Aide

Job Function: Aide | CNA - SNF / LTC | CNA - SNF / LTC

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0709

Contract Duration: 52

Pay Rate: $19 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-10-22T16:31:57