CNA - Day - Phoenix, AZ - SC 26-14428

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Night Shift
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Contract – Local
Duration: 6 Months
Shift & Schedule: Night Shift | 6:00 PM–6:30 AM
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: No

Pay Rate: $24.00–$29.00/hr

Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide resident care and daily living assistance in a long-term care and veterans healthcare setting. The ideal candidate will have strong patient care skills, knowledge of basic nursing practices, and the ability to maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.

Required Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Knowledge of basic nursing care practices and resident support techniques.

• Understanding of state and agency regulations governing CNA practices.

• Ability to operate basic medical equipment used in resident care.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and documentation.

• Strong interpersonal and patient care skills.

• Ability to maintain a safe, clean, hygienic, and therapeutic environment.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Willingness to learn and apply Arizona Management System (AMS) methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and mobility.

• Support residents with transfers, ambulation, positioning, and other daily care needs.

• Assist residents during meals, including transportation to dining areas and meal assistance when necessary.

• Respond promptly to resident requests and call lights while respecting residents' rights.

• Monitor residents' physical and mental conditions and report changes to nursing staff.

• Measure and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and respiration.

• Collect and label specimens, including urine, sputum, and stool samples.

• Assist nursing staff with procedures and treatments, including suppositories, enemas, post-surgical care, and post-mortem care, as assigned and within the scope of practice.

• Maintain accurate resident records, worksheets, and care documentation.

• Document care provided and report relevant resident observations.

• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment by changing linens, bedding, and personal care items.

• Assist with transporting residents to appointments within or outside the facility.

• Provide clerical support, including answering phones and filing documents, when needed.

• Assist licensed nurses during emergencies according to established procedures.

• Participate in Arizona Management System (AMS) activities, including huddle boards, problem-solving, and standardized work practices.

• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs.

• Promote resident dignity, safety, comfort, and compassionate care.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.