Certified Nursing Assistant - Fulltime Days

Geisinger; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants to join their team at a new behavioral health facility. This full-time role focuses on providing compassionate care to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety while fostering a supportive environment. As part of a dynamic team, you will engage with patients, assist with daily activities, and contribute to their overall well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA certification per state requirements is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety through regular observation rounds.
• Assist with transferring, lifting, and turning patients.
• Document clinical information accurately in patient records.

Skills

Patient Care

Observation Skills

Communication

De-escalation Techniques

Education

High School Diploma

CNA Certification

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

West Pines Behavioral Hospital is a new 144-bed inpatient behavioral health facility serving Denver area residents, located at 11455 Huron Street, Westminster, CO. A joint venture between Intermountain Health and Acadia Healthcare, it opened in December 2024 and provides comprehensive inpatient and intensive outpatient services to meet the growing need for accessible, high-quality behavioral health care in the Denver metro area.

Our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) provide medical or therapeutic care under the direction of nursing or clinical staff. This position is for a full-time Day shift.

We are seeking passionate individuals with a caring attitude. Apply today!

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive, and structured environment under the direction of the charge nurse or supervisor.
2. Address patient safety through regular observation rounds, which may be every 15 minutes, within reach of the patient, and/or 1:1 patient care.
3. Ensure patient rooms are clean and uncluttered.
4. Assist with transferring, lifting, raising, or turning patients.
5. Obtain patient’s vital signs, height, and weight as assigned, and ensure accurate documentation.
6. Identify yourself to patients and visitors promptly and respond quickly to patient requests.
7. Engage with patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
8. Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner, understanding the source of distress.
9. Apply de-escalation techniques to manage patient emotions and behavior; assist with seclusion and restraints when necessary.
10. Monitor behavioral improvements, reinforce positive behaviors, and report changes and responses to treatment to the team, with significant changes reported immediately to the nurse.
11. Reinforce skills learned from nurses, physicians, and therapists that promote physical and mental wellness.
12. Ensure patient comfort, dignity, and privacy; perform CNA duties such as feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, moving patients, or changing linens.
13. Provide transfer or transportation for patients or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff.
14. Adhere to work schedule and maintain overall attendance.
15. Follow established policies, procedures, and standards for patient care.
16. Clean units and equipment, including beds, IV poles, and wheelchairs, as assigned.
17. Document clinical information accurately and timely in patient records.
18. Collaborate with staff to treat and rehabilitate the patient population.
19. Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards patients and colleagues; address and resolve patient complaints; prioritize patient safety.
20. Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, family members, visitors, and the healthcare team.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional education or training resulting in CNA certification per state requirements is required.
• Previous experience in a behavioral health setting and working with this patient population is preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current CNA certification or license, per state requirements.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and provided by the facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility policies.

While this job description aims to accurately reflect the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify duties as circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, workload, technological developments).

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of characteristics protected by applicable laws.

Pay range: $18.32 - $25.00/hr.

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