Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - FULL TIME EVENING (80173)

Centurion Health•Pontiac, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to the Illinois Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a Full-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team at Pontiac Correctional Center in Pontiac, Illinois. Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both. CNAs work under the close direction of nursing, medical and psychiatric staff to perform direct patient care to incarcerated individuals. Assist patients by supporting personal hygiene, daily living needs and vital sign monitoring.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
CNA or other medical paraprofessional certification required
CNA licensure in Maryland required
Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ BLS
Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Training, experience or certification as a nurse’s aide, medical technician or mental health worker preferred
One year of experience in acute care, long-term care, emergency or correctional setting preferred

Responsibilities

Perform direct patient care to incarcerated individuals under the close direction of nursing, medical and psychiatric staff.
Assist patients by supporting personal hygiene, daily living needs and vital sign monitoring.