NOC Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a CNA, you will provide direct care and support to residents, assist with activities of daily living, promote independence, and help ensure their comfort and well-being. You will be part of the clinical team supporting patients’ daily needs and recovery in a supportive, dignified setting at Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque. The position is full-time and scheduled for weekdays and weekends, on NOC/night shifts with 8-hour shifts. The work is performed in person in a medical setting. The stated pay is $19–$23 per hour.

Requirements

Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in New Mexico.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
Commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care with empathy and compassion.
Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including sitting, standing, bending, reaching, talking, hearing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, stretching, and twisting.
Stamina to stand and move around the facility for frequent rounds and to respond to emergent situations as needed.
Emotional resilience and ability to cope with the physical and emotional demands of working with residents who may have complex healthcare needs.
Ability to lift and transfer residents safely, using proper body mechanics and assistance as needed.
Required vision includes close, distance, and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles repeatedly or continuously to support part of the body without fatiguing.
Ability to keep the hand and arm steady while moving or holding them in position.
Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar medical setting.

Responsibilities

Help patients with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility.
Monitor vital signs and intake/output as directed.
Assist with meals, toileting, and patient transfers using gait belts or mechanical lifts.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
Answer call lights promptly and treat patients with dignity, respect, and kindness.
Support admissions, discharges, and patient orientation when needed.
Document care accurately and communicate effectively with nurses and staff.
Maintain regular attendance and timeliness according to the work schedule designated by the department supervisor or manager.