Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Planned Systems International•Tacoma, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

QuarterLine (QL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide high-quality, comprehensive patient care at Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC), Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). The CNA provides direct, age-specific patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings, within the scope of practice and under the direction of nursing and medical staff. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, hygiene and safety, positioning and transportation, admissions and discharges, examinations, specimen collection, room preparation, and accurate documentation. CNAs observe patients for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to appropriate nursing or medical personnel. The position is at Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis McChord, Tacoma, WA 98431. Telework is not allowed. Duty hours are available across day, evening, and night shifts, with listed schedules ranging from 0530 to 0330 and 4-hour shifts potentially implemented if needed by the unit. The CNA may float between inpatient and outpatient areas as directed by the MTF and works under a personal services arrangement. Candidates must meet government qualifications, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements. The contract worker must be a U.S. citizen and meet health screening and documentation requirements, including tuberculosis screening and documentation of required immunizations, vaccinations, physical testing, or examination when applicable. Workers are expected to maintain good personal hygiene and a professional appearance in accordance with policy at the place of performance. PSI offers full-time, benefits-eligible employees a competitive total compensation package, including paid leave and options for employer-sponsored insurance and other benefits. The company also offers professional growth opportunities through courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
At least one year of experience within the last two years as a registered nurse assistant working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; certification cards must display the issuing organization. Web-based or online classes are not accepted by the Government.
U.S. citizenship is required for the contract worker performing under the contract.
Ability to meet government qualifications, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements.
Ability to meet occupational health requirements, including required physical testing or examination documentation and tuberculosis screening.
Ability to perform physical activities that may include prolonged standing, crouching, bending, stooping, stretching, walking, and lifting objects greater than 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Provide age-specific patient care according to MTF policies, SOPs, and provider orders.
Obtain and document vital signs, recognize abnormal findings, and report changes to the nursing team.
Assist with patient safety, hygiene, personal care, activities of daily living, exercise, turning, repositioning, and transport.
Assist with patient admissions, discharges, examinations, and routine care.
Prepare examination rooms and assist providers with patient positioning, dressing, draping, and chaperoning as appropriate.
Collect, label, document, and deliver specimens to the laboratory.
Observe patients for distress or changes in condition and promptly report concerns to nursing or medical staff.
Document patient observations, care provided, and responses in the medical record under RN/LPN/LVN supervision.
Transport patients safely between units and departments and ensure personal belongings and medical devices are secured.
Clean and restock patient and procedure rooms, including supplies, forms, and linens, and dispose of waste appropriately.
Perform routine administrative duties within scope, including answering phones, filing, labeling, and completing documentation.
Float between inpatient and outpatient areas as directed by the MTF.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Paid leave.
Options for employer-sponsored group medical insurance.
Options for employer-sponsored dental insurance.
Options for employer-sponsored vision insurance.
Options for short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Options for life insurance and AD&D coverage.
Options for legal services, identity theft protection, and accident insurance.
Flexible spending account and health savings account options for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses.
Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with an immediately vested employer contribution match.
Professional courses and certifications.
Tuition reimbursement programs.