CNA - Medical Surgical - Per Diem - Kodiak

Providence; Kodiak (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Kodiak Alaska Medical Center is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant to support Nursing and Physician staff in patient care. Responsibilities include transporting patients and handling some clerical duties, with a focus on privacy and dignity for residents.

The role emphasizes continuity of care and commitment to a patient-focused culture. Alaska CNA certification and BLS within 30 days are required, with a preference for prior patient care experience.

Qualifications

• Must complete twelve (12) hours of in-service training annually to maintain certification.
• Alaska Nursing Assistant Certification License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients and performs some clerical duties.
• Provides continuity of care while ensuring patient privacy and dignity.

Education

Alaska Nursing Assistant Certification License

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides support to Nursing and Physician staff by performing tasks that assist in the care and treatment of patients/residents with illnesses or injuries, taking into account the individual patient's physical or age-related needs. Transports patients and performs some clerical duties. Provides continuity of care while ensuring patient and resident privacy and dignity.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Kodiak Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we Providence know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications

• Must complete twelve (12) hours of in-service training annually to maintain certification
• Alaska Nursing Assistant Certification License upon hire
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Associationwithin 30 days of hire

Preferred qualifications

• 1 year patient care experience in a healthcare setting

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

The Providence family of organizations has a vision of health for a better world. As such, we are called to care wisely for our communities, resources, and earth. Our organizations strive to become carbon negative by 2030.