CDOC TEMPORARY AIDE - Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) / Medication Administraction (QMAP) - (DENVER).

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

PERA retirement benefits

Bi-weekly pay

Job summary

The State of Colorado is seeking a TEMPORARY Certified Nurse Aide to join the Denver Reception and Diagnostic Center in Denver, CO. In this clinical role, you will assist patients with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, transfer patients, and support nursing staff within a correctional healthcare setting.

Applicants must have one year CNA experience and hold an active CO CNA license, with QMAP certification/registration. Substitutions include LPN licensure.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).
• Active Nurse Aide Certification (CNA) from Colorado required.
• QMAP Certification from an approved entity and QMAP registration required at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding).
• Obtain and record vital signs for nurse review.
• Assist with transfers, turning, and positioning in bed.
• Report changes in patient condition to shift nurse.
• Assist with medication delivery and inventory in a clinical setting.

Skills

CNA experience

Healthcare setting

Communication skills

Education

CNA Certification

QMAP Certification

QMAP Registration

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Department Information If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans;
• This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle.

Who May Apply:

This is a TEMPORARY position and applications will be considered from Colorado state residents and non-residents. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to include Colorado professional licensure.

Location:

This position is located in DENVER, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

• This is a TEMPORARY position (9 months or less).

Description Of Job

This TEMPORARY position is located in DENVER, CO at the Denver Reception and Diagnostic Center:

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• In a clinical setting, assist patients with activities of daily living to include bathing, mouth care, dressing, toileting and clothing changes when incontinence occurs, ambulation and feeding;
• Obtains and records vital signs for review by staff nurse;
• Provide and assist with patient transfers and turning in bed;
• Report changes in patient skin condition and patient health care complaints to shift registered nurse;
• Empty catheter bags; offer fluids and record Intake and Output; apply external catheters;
• Talk with patients to keep oriented to person, place, and time;
• Respond to call lights and inmate requests for assistance;
• Assist with meal distribution;
• Change linen according to unit schedule;
• Assist patient with making of bed, picking up room, etc.;
• Perform dressing changes, soaks, finger stick blood glucose measurements, vital signs, and pulse oximetry under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse;
• Maintain appropriate tool and materials control and accountability;
• Participate in development of patient plan of care;
• May be required to participate in restraining an inmate primarily for medical reasons;
• Provide clerical assistance by answering phones, taking and forwarding accurate messages, transcribing medical orders, and medical record filing;
• Retrieve and enter kites in computerized kite log;
• Schedule inmates for sick line and chronic care visits according to facility specific scheduling guidelines;
• Assist with delivery of medications;
• Receive, verify, store and prepare return pharmaceuticals;
• Assist in maintaining inventory and stocking of supplies.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS PROCESS.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicant must have one year of full-time experience as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicant must possess a valid, active Nurse Aide Certification (CNA) from the State of Colorado;
• Applicant must possess a valid, active QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Personnel) Certification from one of the Approved Training Entities as identified by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE)-- a copy of your QMAP Certification/Registration must be attached to your application.
• Applicant must have QMAP registration at the time of application.

Substitutions

• Current, valid licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies or any state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact will substitute for the experience requirement.

Required Competencies

• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift;
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.
• Able to work with inmates of diverse backgrounds and functional levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate positively and professionally with inmates and staff.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of the complexities of a multi-disciplinary health care delivery system.
• Ability to problem solve critically to effectively resolve issues.
• Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality inmate care.
• Ability to operate independently within the scope of a CNA.
• Must be of high integrity to handle confidential health care information to include all inmate records.
• Basic knowledge of computer systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working as a CNA in a correctional environment.
• Current CPR Certification (attach certification).
• Current First Aid Certification (attach certification).
• Experience working with patients who have multiple disabilities to include both physical and mental.
• Experience working with the senior population.
• Hospice experience.

Conditions of Employment:

All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC’s consideration of application for employment.

• Must be 18 years of age;
• Possess a valid driver’s license; Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards . Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. A ll State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED;
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
• Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension , relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics;
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics;

• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist;
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down;
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows;
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows;
• Swing a baton in a striking technique;
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic;
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions;

• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment;
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security;
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury;
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently;
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations;
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• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner;
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• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders;
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• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments;
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• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings;
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• Willing and able to travel;
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• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule;
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• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.

Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.

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