Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA

This recruitment is open until filled.

• CNA 1 starts at $22.40 per hour
• CNA 2 starts at $26.28 per hour

Pay rate will be determined based on applicable personnel rule or union contract terms.

Step placement and rate of pay will be determined based upon relevant experience.

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 1 provides basic direct patient care and assistance with activities of daily living under close supervision of licensed nursing staff. This entry-level role focuses on developing competence in foundational CNA skills, safe patient handling, infection prevention, and accurate observation and reporting, while building consistency, confidence, and efficiency in routine care delivery.

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 2 independently performs the full range of CNA duties for assigned patients/residents, delivering safe, compassionate care and reliably recognizing and communicating changes in patient/resident condition. This role demonstrates consistent proficiency in ADLs, mobility assistance, vital signs, and documentation, and serves as a dependable member of the care team who supports care planning through accurate observations and effective communication.

• Education: N/A
• Experience: N/A
• Preferred Experience:
  
  Previous healthcare experience
• License(s): Current State of Alaska Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License
• Certification(s): None

• Education: N/A
• Experience: Three (3) Months and checked off on all competencies
• License(s): Current State of Alaska Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License
• Certification(s): None

• All new employees are required to produce a negative drug screen for all illegal substances in the State of Alaska prior to the start of employment.