Certified Nursing Assistant (Cna)

TEEMA Group; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Solutions Group is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for a correctional facility in Wisconsin. The role provides direct patient care under licensed staff, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and clinical monitoring in a secure environment.

You will perform ADLs, record vital signs, and support intake, transfers, and urgent treatments while maintaining HIPAA-compliant practices and professional boundaries. On-site, full-time contract position with predictable hours.

Qualifications

• Must hold active CNA certification in the state of practice.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work calmly under stress in a secure facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) for patients in a correctional setting.
• Monitor, record, and report vital signs and other clinical indicators.
• Observe patients and escalate changes in condition to nursing staff.
• Support intake screenings, transfers, and discharge processes.
• Assist nursing staff during assessments, treatments, and emergencies.
• Maintain accurate documentation in EMR or paper records.
• Follow safety, security, and HIPAA guidelines within the facility.
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Calm under pressure

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Correctional Facility

Role Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our clinical team within a secure facility. In this vital role, you will work under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to assist with direct patient care, monitor health status, and help maintain a safe, secure, and respectful clinical space.

Duties & Responsibilities

Patient Care & Observational Support

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Provide respectful, hands‑on assistance to patients with everyday needs, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.

Clinical Monitoring: Accurately measure, monitor, and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and other key clinical indicators.

Vigilant Care: Carefully observe patients and promptly report any changes in physical condition, behavioral health, or medical status to the nursing team.

Intake & Transitions: Support the smooth coordination of initial patient intake screenings, internal transfers, and discharge procedures.

Procedure Support: Partner with and support nursing staff during routine medical assessments, clinical treatments, and urgent emergency situations.

Meticulous Records: Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of all care provided within electronic or paper medical records.

Safety & Security Compliance: Adhere strictly to all facility safety protocols, security procedures, and universal infection control guidelines (including proper PPE usage).

Professional Boundaries: Establish and maintain firm, healthy professional boundaries with patients while preserving their comfort and confidentiality under HIPAA regulations.

Required Qualifications

Certification: Current, active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of practice.

Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Environment Comfort: Ability to work effectively, remain calm under stress, and navigate daily interactions comfortably within a secure facility setting.

Desired Qualifications

Background Variety: Prior experience working in specialized settings like behavioral health, long‑term care, acute hospital units, skilled nursing, or correctional healthcare.

Diverse Populations: Experience delivering care to diverse, vulnerable, or traditionally underserved patient populations.

Location and Work Type

Work Type: Full‑Time Contract Position.

Work Setting: On‑site, Correctional setting.

Benefits of Joining this Team

Lifestyle & Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a highly consistent full‑time schedule with predictable hours and a rotating weekend structure.

Diverse Clinical Depth: Accelerate your medical career and build a standout resume by gaining specialized experience navigating unique clinical scenarios.

Purpose‑Driven Care: Experience deep professional fulfillment by bringing high‑quality healthcare and essential everyday comfort to a patient population that truly needs it.