CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

State of Arkansas; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid state holidays

Job summary

The State of Arkansas in Benton, AR, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the Rehab Department at Arkansas Health Center. This 8-hour Monday–Friday role requires an active Arkansas CNA license and starts at the entry rate of $18.8322/hour.

Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities, mobility, and nutrition, measuring vital signs, accurate charting, and infection control. Prior nursing home or state facility experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient hygiene, mobility assistance, and nutrition support.
• Ability to accurately measure and record temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
• Understanding of sanitation practices, PPE use, and disease prevention.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records and communicate observations effectively.
• Familiarity with basic life support (BLS) protocols, recognizing signs of distress, and alerting medical personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral care.
• Help patients with mobility needs, including repositioning, transferring, and using assistive devices such as wheelchairs or walkers.
• Support patients with feeding and hydration, ensuring proper nutrition and dietary needs are met.
• Measure and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration) and report abnormalities to nursing staff.
• Observe patients for changes in physical or emotional condition and report concerns to nurses or medical personnel.
• Record and document patient information accurately and timely in medical charts or electronic health records.
• Assist in setting up and cleaning medical equipment used in patient care.
• Follow infection control protocols to prevent the spread of disease and ensure a safe healthcare environment.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms, restrooms, and common areas to support sanitary conditions.

Skills

ADLs assistance

Vital signs

Infection control

Documentation

BLS knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Number: 22099625
County: Saline
Posting End Date: September 1, 2026

This position is in the Rehab Department of Arkansas Health Center in Benton, AR. It is a 8-hour Monday through Friday position requiring a current Arkansas CNA license. This position starts at the Entry Rate of $18.8322/hour. May require lifting and positioning of patients, walking, use of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices. Experience in a nursing home, with DDS, or State hospital setting is preferred.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

• Job Series: Health Trades
• Classification: Certified Nursing Assistant - Independent
• Class Code: THT01I
• Pay Grade: SGS03
• Salary Range: $39,171 - $57,973

Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in a state-run healthcare facility, correctional institution, veterans’ home, or other state-operated medical setting. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring patient comfort. CNAs play a crucial role in supporting nursing teams and improving the quality of care for patients.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral care.
• Help patients with mobility needs, including repositioning, transferring, and using assistive devices such as wheelchairs or walkers.
• Support patients with feeding and hydration, ensuring proper nutrition and dietary needs are met.
• Measure and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration) and report abnormalities to nursing staff.
• Observe patients for changes in physical or emotional condition and report concerns to nurses or medical personnel.
• Record and document patient information accurately and timely in medical charts or electronic health records.
• Assist in setting up and cleaning medical equipment used in patient care.
• Follow infection control protocols to prevent the spread of disease and ensure a safe healthcare environment.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms, restrooms, and common areas to support sanitary conditions.

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of patient hygiene, mobility assistance, and nutrition support.
• Ability to accurately measure and record temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
• Understanding of sanitation practices, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and disease prevention.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records and communicate observations effectively.
• Familiarity with basic life support (BLS) protocols, recognizing signs of distress, and alerting medical personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Licensure/Certifications

• Must maintain an active Arkansas CNA certification and complete required continuing education as mandated by state regulations. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.