Certified Nurse Assistant

Wexford Health Sources; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in correctional health care seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role is pivotal in providing essential care to justice-involved patients, assisting them with daily living activities, monitoring their health, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment. You will work under the guidance of experienced nursing professionals, making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a fulfilling career, this opportunity will empower you to do more than just work—it's a chance to change lives.

Benefits

Generous paid-time off program

Paid holidays

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement saving plan

Company-paid short-term disability

Continuing education options

Qualifications

• Current valid Nursing Assistant certificate and CPR certification required.
• Completion of an accredited nursing assistant program is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with daily operations under clinical supervision.
• Help inmates with daily living activities and monitor vital signs.

Skills

Patient Care

Assisting with Daily Living Activities

Vital Signs Monitoring

Communication Skills

Education

Certification from Accredited Nursing Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record System

Job description

POSITION: Certified Nursing Assistant

SCHEDULE: Full-Time

FACILITY: Central New Mexico Correctional Facility

LOCATION: Los Lunas, NM

Starting at a minimum of $18.00 + $2.00 certified differential, if applicable.

A Job Should be MORE than just a paycheck.

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional health care providers. Over the past 30 years, our team of dedicated clinical professionals has helped literally millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services.

The majority of our patients come from marginalized or impoverished backgrounds. In many cases, our doctors, nurses, and behavioral health professionals represent the patient's first experience with quality, compassionate health care.

We heal and rehabilitate thousands of incarcerated patients every day. When you join Wexford Health, you do more than just further your career. You also become part of a team-a family-whose mission is to care for patients that cannot care for themselves.

You change lives. You make a difference. If you are looking for a position that empowers you to do MORE ... then look at Wexford Health.

BENEFITS

Wexford Health offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase (if applicable)
• Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement saving plan
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options

POSITION SUMMARY

• Under clinical supervision from the Director of Nursing, Registered Nurses, Medical Director and/or NMCD personnel as appropriate, the CNA assists nursing staff with daily operations.
• Utilizes electronic medical record system as applicable throughout the scope of duties and responsibilities.
• Assists inmates with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, bed making, shaving, dressing and other related tasks. Assists inmates in wheel chairs, on stretchers and walking. Assists inmates with ambulation, turning and repositioning, and range of motion activities.
• Assists in checking vital signs, height and weight as assigned; collects and maintains records of fluid intake and output; reports on the condition of inmates.
• Cleans bedside units, nursing workrooms and equipment; assists nursing staff with washing and sterilizing equipment.
• Assists with medications ordinarily self-administered when specifically ordered by a physician.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

LICENSING: Not Applicable

CERTIFICATION: Current, valid Nursing assistant certificate, current CPR certification

EDUCATION: Completion of a certification program from accredited nursing assistant program

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 0-2 Years

EOE/M/F/D/V