Certified Nursing Assistant

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Hillsboro (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to provide essential support in a correctional facility. This role involves assisting nursing staff with daily operations, direct patient care, and maintaining confidentiality of inmate records. The ideal candidate will possess a Nursing Assistant certificate and CPR certification, showcasing their commitment to patient care. Join a team that values professionalism and offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on the health and well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of a certification program from an accredited Nursing Assistant program.
• Current CPR Certification from recognized organizations.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in direct patient care activities.
• Help inmates with daily living activities and maintain records.

Skills

Patient Care

CPR Certification

Communication Skills

Confidentiality

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification

Completion of accredited Nursing Assistant program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record System

Job description

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POSITION: Certified Nurses Assistant
SCHEDULE: PRN; as needed
FACILITY: Graham Correctional Center
LOCATION: Hillsboro, Illinois

Pay Rate:$18.33/hr + $3/hr Shift Differential

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the designated Wexford Health manager and clinical supervision from the Director of Nursing, Registered Nurses, Medical Director and/or IDOC personnel as appropriate, the CNA will assist nursing staff with daily operations.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The Certified Nursing Assistant will assist nursing staff in direct patient care activities as assigned.

• Assists inmates with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, bed making, shaving, dressing and other related tasks.
• 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.
• Follows established inflection control practices and emergency protocols.
• Assists inmates in wheel chairs, on stretchers and ambulating.
• Promotes and encourages patient hydration and elimination.
• Assists inmates with ambulation, turning and repositioning, and range of motion activities.
• Cleanse bedside units, workrooms and equipment; assists nursing staff with washing and sterilizing equipment.
• Prepares and maintains written reports and records as assigned.
• Assists with medications ordinarily self-administered when specifically ordered by a physician.
• Responds to call lights promptly and courteously.
• Receives formal and on the job training in the theory and techniques of direct care support.
• Receives close supervision; work is reviewed through inspections and observations.
• Maintains confidentiality of inmate records.

• Approaches change in a positive manner.
• Makes suggestions for improving work conditions to the Medical Director.
• Accepts constructive criticism in stressful situations.
• Upon receiving the necessary training and/or instruction, perform other duties as required or assigned.
• Conforms to Wexford Health Sources, Inc., and facility regulations as appropriate, to include, but not be limited to:

• Dress Code
• Schedule/time sheet
• Safety and security regulations
• Procedure for sick leave/vacation time/education seminars

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

LICENSING: None

CERTIFICATION:

• Nursing Assistant certificate
• Current CPR Certification—
• American Red Cross
• American Heart Association
• American Safety and Health Institute

EDUCATION: Completion of a certification program from an accredited Nursing Assistant program

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 0-2 years. Prior experience with use of electronic medical record system

EOE/M/F/D/V

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