Temporary Certified Nursing Assistant II (CNA II)

nc; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Health Care Technician II (S) to support medication administration, treatment, and patient care for the incarcerated population. The role reports to the COO - Health Services and requires completion of CNA II-level procedures and documentation.

Statewide availability and a background check are required. This is a temporary 11-month position with renewal opportunities based on need and performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of related work experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Pass a background check.
• Statewide availability with varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications or treatments within the assigned scope of practice.
• Transcribe medication or treatment orders and maintain required documentation.
• Order, receive, store, or maintain medications and healthcare supplies.
• Observe patients for medication effectiveness, side effects, changes in condition, and report to nursing staff.
• Reinforce patient education provided by nurses or physicians.
• Perform CNA II-level nursing or patient care procedures as authorized.
• Maintain accurate patient care records and communicate information to staff.
• Complete required medication administration training and competency requirements.

Skills

Medication administration

Clinical documentation

Patient observation

CNA II procedures

Following orders

Education

HS diploma or GED

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Nurse Aide I certification

Nurse Aide II certification

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - Health Services

Job Classification Title

Health Care Technician II (S)

Position Number

Grade

MH02

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

The Certified Nursing Assistant II provides direct healthcare support to the incarcerated population in Department of Adult Correction facilities under the supervision of nursing or other clinical staff. The position performs patient care activities within the assigned scope of practice, with an emphasis on medication administration, treatment support, clinical documentation, patient observation, and other nursing services authorized through applicable certification or training.

Key Duties Include:

• Administer medications or treatments within the assigned scope of practice and in accordance with established healthcare procedures.
• Transcribe medication or treatment orders and maintain required medication administration or treatment documentation.
• Order, receive, store, or maintain medications and healthcare supplies according to established procedures.
• Observe patients for medication effectiveness, side effects, changes in condition, or other clinical concerns and report relevant information to nursing staff.
• Reinforce patient education previously provided by nurses, physicians, or other healthcare professionals.
• Perform CNA II-level nursing or patient care procedures authorized by applicable certification, training, or assigned scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate patient care records and communicate relevant clinical information to nursing or other healthcare staff.
• Complete required Department of Adult Correction medication administration training and competency requirements following hire.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Temporary Role: 11 months with a 31-day break; renewal opportunities available.

Applicants must pass a background check to qualify.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience administering medications or treatments to patients in a healthcare, correctional, behavioral health, long-term care, or similar clinical setting.
• Documented experience completing medication administration records, treatment records, patient-care notes, or similar clinical documentation.
• Demonstrated experience observing patients for medication side effects, treatment response, changes in condition, or other clinical concerns.
• Demonstrated experience performing CNA II-level clinical procedures such as specimen collection, catheterization, sterile dressing changes, oxygen-related procedures, or other procedures within an authorized scope of practice.
• Proven experience following medication orders, nursing instructions, treatment protocols, or established healthcare procedures when providing direct patient care.

Location Availability

Statewide –variation of shift assignments according to facility. Availability of specific shifts will be discussed during the interview process.

Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related work experience

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Condition for Continued Employment

• As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation.
• As applicable, listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• As applicable, North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.