Certified Nursing Assistant - C.N.A - Nights - $2K Bonus

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 27,620 - 30,679; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay – receive your money as you earn it.

Tuition Assistance and dependent scholarships.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching.

Company‑paid life insurance.

Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).

Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts.

Preferred banking partnership with discounted rates for home and auto loans.

Job summary

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for night shifts in La Grange, Kentucky. You will provide essential nursing care under the supervision of licensed nurses in a correctional environment. Key duties include assisting with daily living activities, vital signs measurement, and working collaboratively with healthcare teams.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant training, and strong communication skills. The position offers a flexible wage between $20.05 and $22.27 per hour, plus a sign-on bonus for full‑time staff. Additional benefits include DailyPay and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• Must maintain clearance for a Public Trust Position, if applicable.
• Ability to handle a variety of routine tasks and maintain orderly workflow.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care to patients.
• Maintains professional behavior and prioritizes workflow.
• Collaborates with other members of the health care team.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of nursing procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervising nurse.

Skills

Knowledge of basic patient care methods

Excellent verbal and written communication in English

Proficiency with computers and common software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a training course for Nursing Assistants

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nights

Compensation: $20.05 - $22.27 / hour plus $2,000 bonus for full‑time employment.

Department: Medical

About the Role

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides basic and specialized nursing care under the supervision of licensed nurses in a correctional setting. The role may involve floating between medical‑surgical and psychiatric patient care areas to ensure adequate staffing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care to patients, including assistance with ADLs, vital sign measurement, and accurate documentation of patient data.
• Maintains professional behavior and prioritizes workflow to ensure completion of all assigned duties while adhering to policies, procedures, and patient safety and confidentiality standards.
• Collaborates with other members of the health care team, participates in staff meetings and training sessions, and notifies the licensed nurse of any patient concerns or issues.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of nursing procedures and uses medical supplies and equipment, ensuring proper storage and cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervising nurse, including assisting with patient care in different units and participating in the orientation of new staff members.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a training course for Nursing Assistants.

Experience & Skills:

• Knowledge of basic patient care methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to handle a variety of routine tasks and maintain orderly workflow.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• Must maintain clearance for a Public Trust Position, if applicable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Proficiency with computers and common software (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, database systems).

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current certification in the state of practice.

Perks and Benefits

• DailyPay – receive your money as you earn it.
• Tuition Assistance and dependent scholarships.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts.
• Preferred banking partnership with discounted rates for home and auto loans.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Opportunity

If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate or one of our many other roles.