Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Behavioral Health Unit
NavitasPartners•Gardner, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join a Behavioral Health Unit in Gardner, MA. In this role, you will provide direct patient care and support individuals with psychiatric and behavioral health needs while maintaining a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment.
Requirements
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification (Massachusetts required) OR one of the following: Completion of at least 75 hours in an accredited nursing program (including first clinical rotation)
- Active EMT or Paramedic certification
- Active Patient Care Technician/Assistant certification
- Active Home Health Aide certification
- AHA CPR certification (required within 60 days of hire)
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a long-term care or healthcare setting preferred
- Experience or interest in behavioral/psychiatric patient care
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle high-stress situations and behavioral challenges
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
- Availability to work evening shifts, weekends, and in a team-based environment
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, toileting, feeding, and mobility
- Collect and report basic patient health data as directed
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care
- Monitor patient safety and perform routine safety checks on the unit
- Assist in managing and de-escalating disruptive or potentially violent behavior
- Provide 1:1 patient observation when required
- Support patients in maintaining dignity, hygiene, and appropriate grooming
- Transport patients to tests and other departments as needed
- Participate in patient activities, group sessions, and therapeutic programs
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Communicate effectively with nurses and interdisciplinary team members
- Assist with laundering and maintaining patient belongings
- Monitor patient activity in common areas for overall safety
Benefits
- Most competitive pay for every position
- Salary will be discussed upfront
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
