Certified Nursing Assistant - Surgical Trauma

Certified Nursing Assistant - Surgical Trauma

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you play an essential role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and the direction of the Nurse Manager or Director, you provide hands‑on support that promotes comfort, safety, and dignity for patients across the lifespan.

You are a key member of the care team — ensuring patients’ daily needs are met while serving as the eyes and ears of the clinical team.

• Provide direct patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility
• Measure and record vital signs and report findings promptly
• Perform delegated clinical procedures within scope of practice
• Support patient comfort, safety, and overall well‑being
• Observe, document, and communicate changes in patient condition to the supervising Nurse or Physician
• Accurately complete and maintain patient documentation in the medical record
• Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, high‑quality care

• A strong commitment to compassionate, respectful patient care
• Attention to detail and the ability to recognize and report changes in condition
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Accountability, professionalism, and a patient‑first mindset

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment and is passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients’ daily experiences.

Hourly Pay Rate: $16.87 - $24.88

Education:

• Prefera high school diploma or GED.

Experience:

• Prefers at least one (1) year of relevant nursing assistant or healthcare‑related experience.

Specialized Training:

• Must successfully complete approved Valley wise Health computer classes.

Certification/Licensure:

• Requires licensure through the AZ Board of Nursing as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Requires BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bilingual is preferred.
• Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Requires excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.