Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)
About The Position
NaphCare is seeking to hire a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their team of medical professionals in the Newton County Jail in Covington, GA. As a Correctional CNA, the individual will work under the supervision of a registered nurse alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, the role involves various duties including assisting physicians and other healthcare professionals with examinations, taking patient histories, vital signs, and supporting administrative tasks. This is a unique position offering the opportunity to make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply, as NaphCare provides training in the field of correctional healthcare.
Requirements
- CNA Certification - Completion of an accredited CNA training program and passing a state-approved competency exam
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Be able to obtain CPR and first aid certification, may be required
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
- Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Responsibilities
- Assist with performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
- Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight
- Perform routine procedures under established protocols (to include but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG’s, dressing changes and wound cultures)
- Documenting medical history including medications, treatment and medical conditions
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills including bathing, dressing, feeding and mobility
- Providing basic wound care, basic laboratory tests, basic patient education and instructions
- Observing and reporting changes in patients’ physical or mental health to nurses
Benefits
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
- Lowest Cost Benefits!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays
- Free continuing education and CMEs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
