Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Days— Brain Injury Unit

Shift
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Days; 0630–1900 (6:30 am – 7:00 pm MST);
Full-time opportunity for 3 days/week, 12-hour shifts (.9 FTE, 72 hours per pay period)

Compensation: $20.56 / hour — $29.61 / hour; plus applicable shift differentials for evenings and weekends

Final date to receive applications
:
There is no formal Final date to receive applications; we accept applications on an ongoing basis for this position.

Join our specialized neuro‑rehabilitation units, 3

West and 3

East, where you will make a profound impact on the lives of patients recovering from brain injuries. As a vital member of our team, you will care for patients with paraplegia, tetraplegia, traumatic brain injuries, and other complex neurological conditions in an environment dedicated to restoring hope and independence. At Craig Hospital, exceptional care goes beyond clinical expertise—it’s built on compassion, consistency, and teamwork.

We are seeking a dedicated Rehabilitation Technician I / Behavioral Attendant (Rehab Tech I / BA) to join our patient care team. This role, commonly known in the healthcare industry as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), works side‑by‑side with nursing staff, therapists, and physicians to support individuals recovering primarily from brain injuries (BI) and some spinal cord injuries (SCI), and other complex neurological conditions.

As a vital member of the care team, you’ll help maintain a safe, supportive, and healing environment while assisting patients with daily living tasks, reinforcing therapeutic goals, and providing meaningful engagement throughout the rehabilitation process. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals passionate about hands‑on care and making a direct impact on patients’ lives.

• This includes patients with traumatic injury such as closed (blunt force or acceleration‑deceleration) injuries and penetrating injuries (such as bullets), as well as individuals who have experienced stroke or lack of oxygen to the brain (anoxic injury).
• High-Acuity
  
  Skills:
  
  Gain expert experience in complex wound care, autonomic regulation, neurogenic bowel and bladder management, and advanced respiratory care (ventilators and tracheostomies).

• Primary Population:
  Care for brain injury patients alongside a consistent population of spinal cord injury (SCI) patients.
• Dynamic Environment:
  Serve as a vital overflow unit addressing exceptionally high regional spinal cord injury referrals.
• Expanded Skill Set:
  Develop a unique, dual‑specialty clinical toolkit by mastering both complex SCI protocols and specialized brain injury cognitive and physical rehabilitation strategies.

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CNA Certification from an accredited program required

• Minimum of 1 year of caregiver or direct patient care experience preferred
• Experience with individuals with SCI, TBI, or behavioral/mental health needs strongly preferred

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to assist with multi‑skilled direct patient care tasks delegated by the RN
• Understanding of patient safety principles, infection control, and trauma‑informed care
• Motivated, flexible, and dependable with a positive and patient‑centered attitude
• Bilingual candidates and Spanish speakers are highly encouraged to apply

• Provide personal care and physical assistance to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under the supervision and direction of the RN
• Support patients with daily hygiene, grooming, dressing, toileting, and dining activities, while promoting as much independence as possible
• Reinforce therapeutic activities by assisting with patient routines and instructing on self‑care and instrumental daily living skills
• Document care provided and report changes in patient status to the RN in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist with specific nursing…