CNA SNF/State | FT | Nights

Community Health Systems; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for a Skilled Nursing Facility role. The CNA provides direct patient care under licensed supervision, assisting with hygiene, daily living activities, and basic nursing care to promote safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include vital signs, accurate documentation, nutrition support, and adherence to infection control and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of CNA experience required.
• CNA certification required in state of employment.
• BCLS certification required.
• 3-6 years in SNF or similar healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
• Measures and records vital signs and reports changes to nursing staff.
• Documents care accurately and maintains confidentiality.
• Assists with feeding and monitors intake and output.
• Ensures patient safety and infection control practices.
• Supports repositioning and mobility as directed by staff.
• Participates in training to maintain CNA certification and care quality.

Education

CNA certification

BCLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The CNA assists with personal hygiene, daily living activities, and basic nursing care to ensure patient safety, comfort, and well-being. The CNA is responsible for observing and reporting patient conditions, maintaining a clean environment, and promoting continuity and quality of care.

Essential Functions

• Assists patients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and other daily living activities.
• Provides basic care such as changing linens, assisting with repositioning, and providing mobility support.
• Measures and records vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, and reports changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Documents patient care activities accurately and promptly, maintaining confidentiality in accordance with healthcare regulations.
• Supports patient nutrition by serving meals, assisting with feeding, and monitoring intake and output.
• Maintains patient safety by ensuring the proper use of restraints, following infection control protocols, and implementing fall prevention measures.
• Assists with basic treatments such as applying nonsterile dressings, ice packs, and heat treatments as directed by nursing staff.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure a positive care experience and address patient needs.
• Participates in ongoing training and education to maintain CNA certification and stay updated on best practices in patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a CNA required
• 3-6 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic nursing care techniques, patient hygiene, and infection control procedures.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to follow instructions, perform routine tasks, and document care accurately.
• Compassionate and patient-focused, with the ability to provide high-quality care in a skilled nursing environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in state of employment required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

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