CNA II​/Client Care Aide II - Bruce McCandless - Florence

Department Information

This position is open only to Colorado state residents. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Position Title: Client Care Aide II – Bruce McCandless Veterans Home

Bruce McCandless State Veterans Community Living Center is a state‑owned and operated skilled nursing facility dedicated to honoring and respecting residents through individualized care and a comfortable, safe environment.

Job Type: Full‑time, in‑person, essential services. Licensed Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) required.

• Provide direct resident care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Arrange and adapt personal care items (food, clothing, equipment).
• Gently guide residents in self‑care activities.
• Pre‑train new CNAs on facility policies, procedures, and routines.
• Serve as a resource to CNAs I for care of resistive residents.
• Adjust care plans based on resident condition changes.

• Assist required residents with eating and drinking (cutting food, adding thickening agents, cueing swallowing techniques).
• Document food and fluid intake on hydration flow sheets.
• Recommend dietary changes for specific residents.
• Organize daily work to ensure timely care delivery.

• Monitor residents’ whereabouts, interactions, and conditions; refer to charge nurse when necessary.

• Collaborate with nursing staff to exchange resident care information and evaluate the effectiveness of care plans.
• Document observations and care provided in resident records.

• Deliver lab specimens and transport residents to appointments or hospitals using a state vehicle.
• Maintain education by attending mandatory and non‑mandatory in‑services and workshops.

• High school diploma or GED AND one year of related experience.
• Valid Colorado CNA license upon entry.

• Skill in initiating, performing, and completing resident care duties.
• Good verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
• Professional conduct and confidentiality at all times.
• Effective problem‑solving skills.
• Long‑term care experience highly desirable.

• Knowledge of resident care best practices and ability to teach peers.
• Recognize urgent situations and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Understanding of quality standards, procedures, and protocols.
• Ability to work with residents of varying abilities and collaborate across units.

• Full background check, license verification, drug screen, and other screening as required.
• State of Colorado residency required at application and during employment.
• Disciplinary history disclosures required for former state employees.

Application will be reviewed for competency in the online system. Cover letters and resumes are not evaluated during the initial screening. Candidates will proceed to structured application review and, if applicable, an eSkills test.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

CDHS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact  for assistance.

Technical support for the online application is available at 855‑524‑5627, Mon‑Fri, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Pacific Time).