Certified Nursing Assistant

TEEMA GROUP

Arizona

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A healthcare provider in Arizona is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to deliver compassionate care to Veterans. Key responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring health status, and maintaining sanitary environments. Candidates must possess an active CNA certification in Arizona and be willing to work 12-hour shifts. This role offers the opportunity to engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute significantly to patient well-being.

Qualifications

Dependable and compassionate individual
Comfortable working full 12-hour day shifts
Knowledge of nursing care principles and practices

Responsibilities

Assist Veterans/Members with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Monitor and observe physical and mental status
Document vital signs using medical equipment
Maintain a clean and sanitary environment
Assist with dining services and clerical support

Skills

CNA methods and techniques

Medical equipment usage and maintenance

Accurate documentation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in Arizona

Job description

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 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: