Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Nursing & Therapy Services Of Colorado; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

HSA

PTO/sick time

403(b) with company match

Voluntary life and AD&D

Short/long term disability

Job summary

Nursing & Therapy Services Of Colorado is seeking compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) in Alamosa, CO to provide high-quality care for pediatric and adult clients. The role involves assisting clients with daily living activities and ensuring compliance with healthcare plans.

Candidates should have completed a state accredited CNA program and possess a Colorado CNA certificate. Benefits include health insurance for full-time positions, with a competitive pay range of $18.00 to $22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a state accredited CNA program.
• 1-year experience working as a CNA preferred.
• Must have a Colorado CNA certificate in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to selected clients as assigned by nursing leadership.
• Reports changes in client condition to supervisor immediately.
• Provides emotional support to clients and families.

Skills

Effective communication with staff and clients

Advocacy for clients and families

Education

State accredited CNA program

Tools

Electronic health record system

Vital sign and assessment equipment

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry
Job Location: Alamosa - Alamosa, CO 81101
Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Education Level: None
Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Health Care

About NTSOC

NTSOC is a non-profit organization based in Colorado Springs focused on providing home healthcare and therapies to children with disabilities. We ranked number 3 in the 2020 Best Place to work and offer competitive salary and benefits.

Position Summary

We are looking for a compassionate CNA to provide high quality care for our pediatric and adult clients to improve their quality of life at home.

Essential Functions

• Provides direct care to selected clients as assigned by nursing leadership.
• Provides skilled assistance with activities of daily living, i.e., bathing, combing hair, oral hygiene, dressing, etc.
• Provides care in accordance with the client’s plan of care and tasks assigned by RN.
• Implements the client’s plan of care in compliance with agency and governmental regulations.
• Provides simple exercises, transfers, and assists with therapy programs when instructed.
• Responsible for documentation of all care provided within 24 hours of the visit utilizing electronic health record software.
• Reports immediately to supervisor or professional staff any changes in the client’s condition or any problems in assigned tasks.
• Provides emotional support to clients and families.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, clients, and medical personnel.
• Ability to advocate for and relate to clients/families and their concerns.

Minimum Education

Must have completed a state accredited CNA program.

Minimum Experience

1-year experience working as a CNA preferred. Home care experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

Must have a Colorado CNA certificate in good standing (DORA). Current BLS/CPR required.

Physical and Mental Demands

Regularly required to use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls and communicate effectively with other people. Occasional standing, walking, sitting, and reaching with hands and arms. Requires driving to client homes.

Working Conditions

Home environment. May be exposed to occupational hazards such as communicable diseases, harmful chemicals, and/or disoriented or combative patients. Must be able to work under stress and be emotionally capable of coping with changes in activity.

Equipment Used

Electronic health record system, laptop/tablet, vital sign, and assessment equipment.

Benefits

• Full-time: Health, vision, and dental insurance; HSA; PTO/sick time; 403(b) with company match; voluntary life and AD&D; short/long term disability.
• Part-time: Sick time and 403(b) with company match.

Salary

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour, dependent upon experience.