Certified Nursing Assistant

Overview

Job Posting:
Certified Nursing Assistant - Salinas Valley State Prison, Soledad

Agency:
California Correctional Health Care Services

JC-506914
• Certified Nursing Assistant • $4,840.00 per month

Final Filing Date: 2/19/2026

Under the supervision of the Supervising Registered Nurse (SRN) II/III, and the clinical direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs patient care activities and related nonprofessional health care activities for patients in a variety of treatment facilities and health care settings. The CNA is primarily responsible for basic nursing care procedures such as assisting patients with physical care, activities of daily living, ensuring patient safety, and suicide watch activities including suicide precaution and restraint monitoring.

The CNA addresses the ongoing needs of patients, works with the licensed nursing staff and other health care providers, and promotes the efficient, appropriate, and cost-effective use of health care resources. This classification is subject to applicable Memorandum of Understanding and may include PLP 2025 salary adjustments and leave credits.

To view the duty statement for this position, click on the duty statement link.

• Possession of a valid Nursing Assistant Certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health.

Please note:

A Training and Development (T&D) assignment will not be considered at this time.

• CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

• Working Conditions:
  
  Travel may be required.
• Position Details:
  Job Code JC-506914;
  Position
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• Work Location:
  
  Monterey County (Salinas Valley State Prison, Soledad)
• Telework:
  In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Applications may be submitted electronically through Cal Career, or by mail/drop-off as described in the posting. Final Filing Date: 2/19/2026

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application through Cal Careers)
• Resume (optional)
• Certificate:
  Possession of a valid Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health

• Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR and CalPERS websites. The State is an equal opportunity employer regardless of age, race, color, disability, sex, or other protected status. Confidential information should be excluded from submitted documents. EEO contact and other contact information are provided in the posting.

Human Resources:
Jill Smith, ,

Hiring Unit:
Michelle Raya, , m_S

Department Website:

Note:

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies during the life of the recruitment. This description preserves the essential content and intent of the original posting without adding new requirements.