Certified Nursing Assistant

Wexford Health Sources; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health care provider as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Mt. Sterling, Illinois. This full-time role involves assisting inmates with daily living activities, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring a safe environment. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of those who cannot care for themselves while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Annual increase

40 Paid Days Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement saving plan with 50% match

Company-paid short-term disability

Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts

Continuing education options

Qualifications

• Current CPR certification from accepted organizations.
• 0-2 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist inmates with activities of daily living.
• Check vital signs and maintain records.
• Follow infection control practices.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Assistant certificate

Completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant program

Job description

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POSITION: Certified Nursing Assistant

Full-Time 7a-3p Every Other Weekend Off

LOCATION: Mt. Sterling, Illinois

PAY RANGE: $20.00

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POSITION: Certified Nursing Assistant

SCHEDULE: Full-Time 7a-3p Every Other Weekend Off

FACILITY: Western Correctional Center

LOCATION: Mt. Sterling, Illinois

PAY RANGE: $20.00

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 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 healthcare professionals are the first to provide quality, compassionate health care to these individuals.

We heal and rehabilitate thousands of incarcerated patients daily. When you join Wexford Health, you do more than just further your career—you become part of a team whose mission is to care for patients who 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

• Annual increase
• 40 Paid Days Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement saving plan with 50% match
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts
• Continuing education options

Position Summary

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

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist inmates with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, bed making, shaving, dressing, and related tasks.
• Check vital signs, height, and weight; maintain records of fluid intake and output; report on inmate conditions.
• Follow infection control practices and emergency protocols.
• Assist inmates in wheelchairs, on stretchers, and with ambulation.
• Promote hydration and elimination among patients.
• Assist with ambulation, turning, repositioning, and range of motion activities.
• Clean bedside units, workrooms, and sterilize equipment; assist with washing and sterilizing equipment.
• Prepare and maintain reports and records.
• Assist with medications as ordered by a physician, when applicable.
• Respond promptly and courteously to call lights.
• Receive training in direct care support techniques.
• Work under close supervision; work is reviewed via inspections and observations.
• Maintain confidentiality of inmate records.
• Approach changes positively.
• Suggest improvements to work conditions.
• Accept constructive criticism in stressful situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned after training.

Job Requirements

Minimum qualifications include:

• No travel required
• No licensing required
• Nursing Assistant certificate
• Current CPR certification from accepted organizations
• 0-2 years of experience
• Completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant program

EOE/M/F/D/V