Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Day Shift (12s)

Yuma, AZ | 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Schedule:

• Day Shift: 6:00am–6:30pm

• 12-hour shifts

• Typically 36–48 hours/week (hours may vary week to week)

About the Role

We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct patient care and support to Veterans/Members in a structured, team-based care environment. This role is ideal for CNAs who are dependable, compassionate, and comfortable working full 12-hour day shifts while supporting both clinical care and quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Veterans/Members with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including transfers, ambulation, eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene

• Follow instructions to use simple procedures and devices to strengthen limbs and maintain flexibility

• Assist nursing staff with basic medical procedures , including suppositories, enemas, treatments, post-surgical care, and post-mortem care

• Monitor and observe physical and mental status of Veterans/Members

• Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations) using appropriate medical equipment

• Collect urine, sputum, or stool samples and track intake/output

• Maintain accurate medical record and worksheet documentation ; prepare simple reports

• Assist with dining services , including transporting Veterans/Members to the dining room, reviewing menu options, communicating selections to dining staff, serving meals, and assisting with feeding as needed

• Respond promptly to resident requests (verbal or call light) in accordance with the Resident Bill of Rights

• Maintain a clean, sanitary environment by changing linens, bedding, and related items

• Assist licensed nurses during emergency situations , following established policies and procedures

• Transport Veterans/Members to appointments outside the facility as needed

• Perform additional duties such as clerical support (answering phones, filing, etc.)

• Actively participate in Arizona Management System (AMS) processes, including Huddle Boards, problem-solving, job breakdown sheets, success tracking, and standardized work

• Participate in QAPI (Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement) activities as required by CMS

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of para-professional nursing care

• State and agency laws and regulations governing CNA practice

• Proper use of medical equipment

• Maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and hygienic care environment

Skills:

• Applying CNA methods and techniques appropriately

• Using and maintaining medical equipment

• Accurate documentation and medical record keeping

• Verbal and written communication

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Learn, implement, and follow Arizona Management System (AMS) methods

Education & Certification

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the State of Arizona (required)

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