Certified Nurse Aide CNA

Lifepoint Health • Missoula, MT

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Aide/Asst. (CNA) – Acute Care position at Community Medical Center is a full-time role focused on supporting patients and community members. The role involves performing basic patient care activities under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, recording intake and output, and assisting patients with personal care and daily living activities. The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action, while also reporting any abnormal findings to the nursing staff. The role also includes assisting with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean, and orderly.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current Montana CNA certification with current listing on the Montana Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Registry.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certificate or obtained within 90 days after hire date
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

• Every third weekend and 1 major winter and summer holiday required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean, and orderly.

Benefits

• Shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan assistance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program, including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED