Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Planned Systems International, Inc. • Tacoma, WA

4d • 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), in Tacoma, Washington. Telework is not allowed.

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, patient 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 requires a dependable healthcare professional who can meet government qualifications, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements while working under a personal services arrangement. The ideal candidate has current CNA certification, recent patient care experience, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide safe, compassionate care to patients from diverse backgrounds while supporting the healthcare mission at MAMC.

Duty hours may be scheduled across day, evening, or night shifts. Four-hour shifts may be implemented if needed by the unit. The employer describes a benefits package for full-time, benefits-eligible employees, including paid leave, insurance options, retirement plan matching, and professional growth 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).
• 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 acceptable to the Government.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must obtain documentation of required physical testing or a report of a physical examination.
• Must complete tuberculosis screening and provide documentation of required health requirements, such as immunizations, annual vaccinations, and physical examination, when required at initial placement.
• Must maintain good personal hygiene and a well-groomed, professional appearance in accordance with the policy at the place of performance.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the work, including prolonged standing and recurring bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, walking, and strenuous exertion such as 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.
• Assist with specimen collection, labeling, documentation, and delivery 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 properly 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
• Employer-sponsored group medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• AD&D coverage
• Legal services
• Identity theft coverage
• Accident insurance
• Flexible spending account and health savings account options with pre-tax savings for qualified expenses
• Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with an immediately vested employer contribution match
• Professional courses and certifications
• Tuition reimbursement programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed