Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Correctional FacilityRole Summary

Are you an adaptable and compassionate caregiver looking to bring high-quality care to an underserved population? We are seeking a dedicated

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

to join our clinical team within a secure facility. In this vital role, you will work under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to assist with direct patient care, monitor health status, and help maintain a safe, secure, and respectful clinical space. This environment provides a highly structured, stable workspace that allows you to rapidly diversify your clinical skillset and build resilience. If you are a dependable professional driven to provide patient-centered care with true empathy and strong professional boundaries, we invite you to make a meaningful impact with us! Duties & ResponsibilitiesPatient Care & Observational Support

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):

Provide respectful, hands-on assistance to patients with everyday needs, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.

Clinical Monitoring:

Accurately measure, monitor, and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and other key clinical indicators.

Vigilant Care:

Carefully observe patients and promptly report any changes in physical condition, behavioral health, or medical status to the nursing team.

Intake & Transitions:

Support the smooth coordination of initial patient intake screenings, internal transfers, and discharge procedures.

Procedure Support:

Partner with and support nursing staff during routine medical assessments, clinical treatments, and urgent emergency situations.

Meticulous Records:

Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of all care provided within electronic or paper medical records.

Safety & Security Compliance:

Adhere strictly to all facility safety protocols, security procedures, and universal infection control guidelines (including proper PPE usage).

Professional Boundaries:

Establish and maintain firm, healthy professional boundaries with patients while preserving their comfort and confidentiality under HIPAA regulations.

Required Qualifications

Certification:

Current, active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of practice.

Life Support:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.

Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Environment Comfort:

Ability to work effectively, remain calm under stress, and navigate daily interactions comfortably within a secure facility setting.

Desired Qualifications

Background Variety:

Prior experience working in specialized settings like behavioral health, long-term care, acute hospital units, skilled nursing, or correctional healthcare.

Diverse Populations:

Experience delivering care to diverse, vulnerable, or traditionally underserved patient populations.

Location and Work Type

Work Type:

Full-Time Contract Position.

Work Setting:

On-site, Correctional setting

Schedule:

Dynamic AM/PM shift rotation requiring every other weekend. 8-hour AM Shift:

6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

8-hour PM Shift:

2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

12-hour Day Shift:

6:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Benefits of Joining this Team

Lifestyle & Work-Life Balance:

Enjoy a highly consistent full-time schedule with predictable hours and a rotating weekend structure.

Diverse Clinical Depth:

Accelerate your medical career and build a standout resume by gaining specialized experience navigating unique clinical scenarios.

Purpose-Driven Care:

Experience deep professional fulfillment by bringing high-quality healthcare and essential everyday comfort to a patient population that truly needs it.

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