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Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) - PRN

NaphCare, Inc., Harvest, AL, United States


Overview
This is currently a vacant position as provided by information received from YesCare. New applicants may apply. Current YesCare employees, please find the job that best resembles your current position.

NaphCare is seeking to hire a

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

to join our team of medical professionals in the

Limestone Correctional Facility .

As a

Correctional CNA , you will work under the supervision of a registered nurse alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including assisting physicians and other healthcare professionals with examinations, taking patient histories, vital signs, supporting administrative tasks, etc. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

New grads are encouraged to apply - we’ll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!

Responsibilities
As a

CNA , you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

Assist with performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history

Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight

Perform routine procedures under established protocols (to include but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG’s, dressing changes and wound cultures)

Documenting medical history including medications, treatment and medical conditions

Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills including bathing, dressing, feeding and mobility

Providing basic wound care, basic laboratory tests, basic patient education and instructions

Observing and reporting changes in patients’ physical or mental health to nurses

Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications

CNA Certification - Completion of an accredited CNA training program and passing a state-approved competency exam

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Be able to obtain CPR and first aid certification, may be required

Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!

Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!

Lowest Cost Benefits!

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost to the employee

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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