Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Correctional Facility Role Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our clinical team within a secure facility. In this vital role, you will work under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to assist with direct patient care, monitor health status, and help maintain a safe, secure, and respectful clinical space.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Provide respectful, hands‑on assistance to patients with everyday needs, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.

Clinical Monitoring: Accurately measure, monitor, and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and other key clinical indicators.

Vigilant Care: Carefully observe patients and promptly report any changes in physical condition, behavioral health, or medical status to the nursing team.

Intake & Transitions: Support the smooth coordination of initial patient intake screenings, internal transfers, and discharge procedures.

Procedure Support: Partner with and support nursing staff during routine medical assessments, clinical treatments, and urgent emergency situations.

Meticulous Records: Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of all care provided within electronic or paper medical records.

Safety & Security Compliance: Adhere strictly to all facility safety protocols, security procedures, and universal infection control guidelines (including proper PPE usage).

Professional Boundaries: Establish and maintain firm, healthy professional boundaries with patients while preserving their comfort and confidentiality under HIPAA regulations.

Certification: Current, active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of practice.

Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Environment Comfort: Ability to work effectively, remain calm under stress, and navigate daily interactions comfortably within a secure facility setting.

Background Variety: Prior experience working in specialized settings like behavioral health, long‑term care, acute hospital units, skilled nursing, or correctional healthcare.

Diverse Populations: Experience delivering care to diverse, vulnerable, or traditionally underserved patient populations.

Work Type: Full‑Time Contract Position.

Work Setting: On‑site, Correctional setting.

Lifestyle & Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a highly consistent full‑time schedule with predictable hours and a rotating weekend structure.

Diverse Clinical Depth: Accelerate your medical career and build a standout resume by gaining specialized experience navigating unique clinical scenarios.

Purpose‑Driven Care: Experience deep professional fulfillment by bringing high‑quality healthcare and essential everyday comfort to a patient population that truly needs it.