Certified Nursing Assistant - Critical Care

Valleywise Health System • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Under the guidance of the Nurse Manager or Director, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the Critical Care unit delivers compassionate, skilled, and age-appropriate care to patients. Working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the CNA supports patients’ comfort and dignity. In collaboration with a Registered Nurse, the CNA assists with patient-centered care, monitors and records vital signs, supports activities of daily living, performs basic clinical procedures as directed, observes and reports changes in patients’ conditions, and documents care in the patient medical record.

Requirements

• Requires licensure through the Arizona Board of Nursing as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Requires a BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.
• Must successfully complete approved Valleywise Health computer classes.
• Must be able to work with culturally diverse people.
• Requires excellent communication, time-management, and leadership skills.
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least one year of relevant nursing assistant or healthcare-related experience preferred.
• Bilingual ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care while ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Monitor and record vital signs to track patient progress.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and mobility support.
• Perform basic clinical procedures as directed.
• Observe and promptly report changes in a patient’s condition to the supervising Nurse or Physician.
• Document all interactions and care provided in the patient’s medical record.

What This Job Offers

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