CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

State of Arkansas•Booneville, AR

19h•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves driving a state vehicle on and off campus for pickup from local businesses and will be located in the Stone Building, working with the Recycling Program. The Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others and improving lives, caring for Arkansans of all ages and ensuring the safety of facilities like child care centers and nursing homes. The department acts as a safety net for vulnerable Arkansans, with employees making a difference in various roles, from answering phones to providing direct patient care. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in a state-run healthcare facility, correctional institution, veterans’ home, or other state-operated medical setting. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring patient comfort. CNAs are crucial in supporting nursing teams and enhancing the quality of patient care.

Requirements

Current driver's license in good standing.
High school diploma or GED required.
Must maintain an active Arkansas CNA certification and complete required continuing education as mandated by state regulations.
Knowledge of patient hygiene, mobility assistance, and nutrition support.
Ability to accurately measure and record temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Understanding of sanitation practices, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and disease prevention.
Ability to maintain accurate patient records and communicate observations effectively.
Familiarity with basic life support (BLS) protocols, recognizing signs of distress, and alerting medical personnel.

Responsibilities

Drive our state vehicle on and off campus for pickup from local businesses.
Work with our Recycling Program.
Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral care.
Help patients with mobility needs, including repositioning, transferring, and using assistive devices such as wheelchairs or walkers.
Support patients with feeding and hydration, ensuring proper nutrition and dietary needs are met.
Measure and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration) and report abnormalities to nursing staff.
Observe patients for changes in physical or emotional condition and report concerns to nurses or medical personnel.
Record and document patient information accurately and timely in medical charts or electronic health records.
Assist in setting up and cleaning medical equipment used in patient care.
Follow infection control protocols to prevent the spread of disease and ensure a safe healthcare environment.
Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms, restrooms, and common areas to support sanitary conditions.