CNA II; Client Care Aide II - RIFLE Veterans Community Living Center **WESTERN SLOPE

CNA II (Client Care Aide II) – RIFLE Veterans Community Living Center WESTERN SLOPE

State of Colorado – Full‑time and part‑time positions are available.

The Colorado State Veterans Community Living Center at Rifle is located on Colorado's western slope in the scenic Colorado River valley. It provides 89 beds of skilled nursing care, including a 18‑bed Special Care Unit for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or related conditions. The facility serves veterans, their spouses, and eligible “Gold Star” parents.

• Perform basic nursing care: bathing, feeding, dressing, transferring, ambulating, positioning, lifting, range of motion, toileting, skin care, and social interaction to meet residents’ basic needs.
• Assist nursing staff with resident safety, mobility, and use of assistive devices; perform CPR as needed.
• Maintain safety of residents through correct lifting techniques, environmental monitoring, use of safety devices, and monitoring resident whereabouts.
• Conduct basic resident assessments including weights, bowel and bladder incontinence, intake and output, vital signs, and charting.
• Implement infection control practices via standard precautions.
• Maintain equipment: check and maintain equipment, replace mattresses, foot cradles, lift batteries, clean oxygen concentrators, fill portable tanks, disinfect tubs and showers.
• Transport residents for medical appointments and attend required training and staff meetings.
• Provide inter‑shift communication and participate in restorative or GAPA meetings.

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one (1) year of professional experience as a CNA or equivalent duties.
• A valid Nurse Aide Certification (CNA) from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies is required.
• A valid practical nursing license (LPN) from Colorado or a state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact can substitute for CNA certification.

• Current and active RN license renewal required.
• Full background check required.
• Willingness to travel to conferences and training sessions.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be willing to take a TB test.
• Shift work: day, evening, night, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• On‑call rotation as defined in facility protocol.

• Strong retirement benefits: PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, 401(k), and 457.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Employer‑sponsored Health Savings Account.
• Paid life insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
• Employee Wellness program and work‑life programs.
• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments reflecting our communities. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other protected status.

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