Temporary CNA - Dementia Care Aide

Colorado Department of Corrections; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Colorado Department of Corrections is seeking a temporary Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Pueblo, CO, to provide medical support for patients in the dementia unit at San Carlos Correctional Facility. The role involves direct patient care, assistance with activities of daily living, vital signs, and collaboration with the nursing staff.

Responsibilities include assisting with transfers, meals, medication delivery under supervision, record-keeping, and maintaining supply inventories.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time CNA experience.
• Active Colorado CNA certification.
• Active QMAP certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, mouth care, dressing, toileting and continence care.
• Obtain and record vital signs for review by staff nurse.
• Assist with patient transfers, positioning and turning in bed.
• Assist with meal distribution and feeding.
• Deliver medications under supervision and prepare/stock supplies.

Skills

CNA experience

Job description

The Colorado Department of Corrections is seeking a temporary Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Pueblo, CO, to provide medical support for patients in the dementia unit at San Carlos Correctional Facility. The role involves direct patient care, assistance with activities of daily living, vital signs, and collaboration with the nursing staff.

Responsibilities include assisting with transfers, meals, medication delivery under supervision, record-keeping, and maintaining supply inventories.