Certified Nursing Assistant

Naphcare, Inc. • Montgomery, AL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join its medical team at Kilby Correctional Facility in Mt. Meigs, Alabama. The role involves working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to people in residence in a controlled environment where security is a priority. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and training in correctional healthcare is provided.

The position is described as part-time, with two shifts per week and evening and night opportunities. The posting lists clinical and administrative duties, including patient assessments, taking vital signs, assisting with examinations, and coordinating appointments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant in AZ, as stated in the posting.
• Active BLS CPR certification; AHA certification is required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are encouraged to apply; training in correctional healthcare is provided.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients about current health problems and medication history.
• Take vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and weight.
• Administer medication under the direction of a physician.
• Provide basic wound care and patient education and instructions.
• Perform basic laboratory tests.
• Assist providers during patient examinations and procedures.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments.
• Maintain inventory of medical and office supplies.
• Answer phones, emails, and other forms of communication.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with facility policies, procedures, legal requirements, and the Code of Conduct.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan beginning on day one (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).
• Employee Assistance Program services (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution beginning on day one (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).
• Tuition assistance (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).
• Referral bonuses (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).
• Paid time off and paid holidays (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).
• Free continuing education and CMEs (listed as a benefit for full-time employees).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED