Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) - Full-time

NaphCare, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 56,735,000 - 59,887,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/vision insurance

401K with company contrib

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for a full-time night shift at the Clark County Detention Center in Las Vegas, NV. The role supports physicians and nurses in a secure, correctional environment.

You will perform patient assessments, take vital signs, and document care; duties include basic wound care, ADL assistance, and helping with examinations under RN supervision. New grads are encouraged to apply; CNA certification and state exam are required, with CPR/First Aid

Qualifications

• CNA certification and passing a state-approved competency exam
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Be able to obtain CPR and first aid certification, may be required
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information
• Adhere to Code of Conduct and facility policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments and interviewing about health problems and medication history
• Take vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight
• Perform routine procedures under established protocols (e.g., phlebotomy, EKGs, dressing changes)
• Document medical history including medications, treatment and conditions
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility
• Provide basic wound care, basic lab tests, and patient education
• Observe and report changes in patients’ health to nurses

Skills

Vital signs

Patient assessments

Medical history documentation

Confidentiality

Education

CNA Certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NaphCare is seeking to hire a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Full-time Nights to join our team of medical professionals in the Clark County Detention Center in Las Vegas, NV.
Pay rates range from $19.80- $20.90 per hour based on type of license, certification, shift, site needs, licensure, and experience.
As a Correctional CNA, you will work under the supervision of a registered nurse alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including assisting physicians and other healthcare professionals with examinations, taking patient histories, vital signs, supporting administrative tasks, etc. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

• New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!*
  

Responsibilities

As a CNA, you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Assist with performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
• Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight
• Perform routine procedures under stablished protocols (to include but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG’s, dressing changes and wound cultures)
• Documenting medical history including medications, treatment and medical conditions
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills including bathing, dressing, feeding and mobility
• Providing basic wound care, basic laboratory tests, basic patient education and instructions
• Observing and reporting changes in patients’ physical or mental health to nurses

Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

• CNA Certification - Completion of an accredited CNA training program and passing a state-approved competency exam
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Be able to obtain CPR and first aid certification, may be required
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Physical Capabilities

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits For Full-Time Employees Include

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

New graduates are encouraged to apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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