Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician (CNA/PCT)
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians (NA/PCT) to work at ASPC - Safford in Safford, Arizona. Pay ranges from $18.00 to $20.00 per hour, depending on shift, site needs, licensure, and experience. Full-time and part-time positions may be available. Working under the supervision of a registered nurse and alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, the NA/PCT provides care to individuals in a controlled correctional environment. The role includes assisting with examinations, gathering patient histories and vital signs, supporting administrative tasks, and helping care for patients with complex medical needs. NaphCare describes this as an opportunity to contribute to healthcare that protects patients’ rights, dignity, and health.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Be able to obtain BLS CPR certification; AHA is preferred.
- Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
- Demonstrate integrity and professionalism, adhere to a Code of Conduct, and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- 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
- AHA-preferred BLS CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient assessments and interview patients about current health problems and medication history.
- Take vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight.
- Document medical history, medications, treatments, and medical conditions.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
- Provide basic wound care, basic laboratory tests, and basic patient education and instructions.
- Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or mental health to nurses.
- Schedule and coordinate patient appointments.
- Maintain inventory of medical and office supplies.
- Answer phones, emails, and other communications.
- Assist physicians and other healthcare professionals with examinations and other care.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one for full-time employees.
- Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning on day one.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
- 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one.
- Tuition assistance.
- Referral bonuses.
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Paid time off and 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
