Temporary Certified Nursing Assistant II (CNA II)

COO - Health Services

The Certified Nursing Assistant II provides direct healthcare support to the incarcerated population in Department of Adult Correction facilities under the supervision of nursing or other clinical staff. The position performs patient care activities within the assigned scope of practice, with an emphasis on medication administration, treatment support, clinical documentation, patient observation, and other nursing services authorized through applicable certification or training.

Key Duties Include:

• Administer medications or treatments within the assigned scope of practice and in accordance with established healthcare procedures.
• Transcribe medication or treatment orders and maintain required medication administration or treatment documentation.
• Order, receive, store, or maintain medications and healthcare supplies according to established procedures.
• Observe patients for medication effectiveness, side effects, changes in condition, or other clinical concerns and report relevant information to nursing staff.
• Reinforce patient education previously provided by nurses, physicians, or other healthcare professionals.
• Perform CNA II-level nursing or patient care procedures authorized by applicable certification, training, or assigned scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate patient care records and communicate relevant clinical information to nursing or other healthcare staff.
• Complete required Department of Adult Correction medication administration training and competency requirements following hire.

Temporary Role: 11 months with a 31-day break; renewal opportunities available. Applicants must pass a background check to qualify.

Candidates who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience administering medications or treatments to patients in a healthcare, correctional, behavioral health, long-term care, or similar clinical setting.
• Documented experience completing medication administration records, treatment records, patient-care notes, or similar clinical documentation.
• Demonstrated experience observing patients for medication side effects, treatment response, changes in condition, or other clinical concerns.
• Demonstrated experience performing CNA II-level clinical procedures such as specimen collection, catheterization, sterile dressing changes, oxygen-related procedures, or other procedures within an authorized scope of practice.
• Proven experience following medication orders, nursing instructions, treatment protocols, or established healthcare procedures when providing direct patient care.

Location Availability: Statewide variation of shift assignments according to facility. Availability of specific shifts will be discussed during the interview process.

Application Process: NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:

• Complete education history (including high school)
• Full work experience details
• Certificates and licenses, if applicable
• Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Education Equivalency Verification: The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at

Veterans' and National Guard Preference: Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement: The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions.

ADA Accommodations: Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience: Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Condition for Continued Employment:

• As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation.
• As applicable, listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• As applicable, North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.

EEO Statement: The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.