Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician (CNA/PCT)
About The Position
NaphCare is seeking to hire Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians (NA/PCT) to join their team of medical professionals in the Eyman Facility in Florence, AZ. As a Correctional Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Technician, you will work under the supervision of a registered nurse alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex medical needs. The role involves assisting physicians and other healthcare professionals with examinations, taking patient histories, vital signs, and supporting administrative tasks within a controlled environment where security is a top priority.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
- Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
- Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
- Must have the 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 like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Nice To Haves
- New graduates are encouraged to apply!
Responsibilities
- Assist with performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
- Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight
- Documenting medical history including medications, treatment and medical conditions
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills including bathing, dressing, feeding and mobility
- Providing basic wound care, basic laboratory tests, basic patient education and instructions
- Observing and reporting changes in patients’ physical or mental health to nurses
- Scheduling and coordinating patient appointments
- Maintaining inventory of medical and office supplies
- Answering phones, emails and other forms of communications
Benefits
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
- Lowest Cost Benefits!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays
- Free continuing education and CMEs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
