CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

State of Arkansas•Benton, AR

7d•$39,171 - $57,973•Onsite

About The Position

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 play a crucial role in supporting nursing teams and improving the quality of care for patients. The Arkansas Health Center is a long-term nursing home facility.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist with patients' personal care and hygiene activities, including bathing, grooming, oral care, and dressing.
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.
Observe the residents to detect problems or changes and notify nursing personnel as needed.
Measure and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration) and report abnormalities to nursing staff.
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.
Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral care.
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.