ALASKA-Certified Nursing Assistant: Patient Care & Safety

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

On-Site Child Care

Retirement Plan with company match

Education/ Tuition discounts

Job summary

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide basic patient care under general supervision across all patients, including those in isolation. You will assist with activities of daily living and support patient comfort under ANMC care.

Level I/II/III progression details apply; you will document vital signs, observe safety concerns, and collaborate with the RN and nursing team to ensure quality care, safety, and timely responses in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety factors and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices.
• Knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written to interact with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Observes patients experiencing suicidal ideation, behavioral health issues, or other safety concerns to ensure safety and stability.
• Records and reports all information within scope of knowledge.
• Conducts regular environmental assessments to ensure the environment is safe and free of hazards.
• Provides basic care including hygiene and activities of daily living such as bed baths, showers, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and oral hygiene.
• Assists nursing staff with mobility and safe transfer techniques, transport, range of motion, ambulation, and care for the patient’s environment.
• Obtains and records vital signs and documents findings in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Transports patients and equipment and assists with additional tasks as directed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Medical terminology

Customer service

Communication skills

Observation

Safety analysis

Cooperation

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide basic patient care under general supervision across all patients, including those in isolation. You will assist with activities of daily living and support patient comfort under ANMC care.

Level I/II/III progression details apply; you will document vital signs, observe safety concerns, and collaborate with the RN and nursing team to ensure quality care, safety, and timely responses in a fast-paced