CNA Certified Nursing Assistant

Star Nursing has an Urgent Need for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Maricopa County, AZ


Location: Phoenix, AZ

Shifts: 3 x 12-hour shifts weekly

Commitment: Minimum 13 Weeks
Opening: 2 Day Opening

Floating: No floating to other jails

Pay Rates:


Local: $23/hr.
Travel no housing: $16/hr. (taxable) + $288/week (tax-free)


Service Description
Performs duties within the scope of practice to support quality patient care within a correctional health environment under the supervision of licensed medical or nursing personnel. Completes required documentation within the electronic health record and other approved documentation systems. Prepares patients for examination and treatment, obtains patient histories, records vital signs, and documents chief complaints. Performs basic clinical procedures, tests, and examinations. Maintains supplies within exam and procedure rooms and assists clinical staff with routine medical operations. Transcribes provider orders, schedules return appointments, performs venipunctures and lab tests when required, and assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).

Benefits:

• Dedicated recruitment team to assist throughout your placement
• Weekly pay and flexible scheduling options
• Access to a network of healthcare facilities nationwide
• Hotel discounts and referral programs
• Continuing education resources
• Healthcues membership for additional wellness support (this does not replace existing medical plans)

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Responsibilities and Duties
• Assist nursing and medical staff with patient care activities
• Obtain and record patient vital signs and medical histories
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment procedures
• Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Maintain exam room readiness and clinical supply inventory
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic health record
• Perform basic clinical tasks such as specimen collection and venipuncture when required
• Follow all safety and infection control procedures within the correctional healthcare setting

Supporting Documentation and Qualifications
• Current, valid, unrestricted Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing or a participating Compact State
• Current Primary Source Verification (PSV) obtained through the Arizona State Board of Nursing license verification system
• Current N95 respirator fit testing documentation
• Current First Aid certification
• Minimum one year of experience working as a CNA

Maricopa County Mandatory Compliance Requirements


Step #1 - Security and Background Clearance
• Complete MCSO Application for Courtesy Identification
• Sign PREA Acknowledgement (Zero Tolerance Policy)
• Submit to Criminal History and Warrants Check
• Complete Fingerprinting appointment with Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• No sexually related offenses
• Minimum one year since completion of probation, parole, or incarceration
• No driver's license suspension within the past year
• Must disclose if a known person is incarcerated within the jail system


Step #2 - Health and Immunization Requirements
• Current TB test (Skin test, QuantiFERON, T-Spot, or Chest X-Ray)
• Hepatitis B vaccination series, titer, or signed declination
• MMR vaccination documentation or titer
• Varicella vaccination documentation, titer, or attestation of past infection


Step #3 - Physical and Workplace Requirements
• Ability to perform CPR chest compressions
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
• Ability to push equipment and climb stairs
• Commitment to four shifts per 28-day cycle
• Signed Drug-Free Workplace Attestation
• Signed Physical Performance Attestation


Step #4 - Additional Requirements
• Active Arizona CNA License verification
• Primary Source Verification completed
• Compliance with jail dress code and prohibited item policy
• No personal cell phones or smart devices allowed in secure areas
• Badge must be worn at all times once issued
• All onboarding documentation must be submitted at least 10 working days prior to start date