Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)
Ensign Services · Lakewood, CO · 2 wk ago
Healthcare$19–$27/hrFull-time
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to the well-being of our community.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts.
- Monitor and record vital signs accurately, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature.
- Support medication administration under supervision and ensure proper documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner.
- Provide specialized care for patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, including memory care techniques and behavioral health support.
- Maintain aseptic techniques during procedures such as catheter care and wound management to prevent infection.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in diverse environments such as hospitals (including ICU, trauma centers, PICU), long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, hospice settings, and outpatient clinics.
- Assist with medical procedures like phlebotomy or basic life support when required; operate medical equipment safely and effectively.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and uphold the highest standards of patient service and confidentiality.
- Support patients with developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs by providing compassionate caregiving tailored to individual requirements.
- Document patient information accurately in medical records and ensure seamless communication across care teams.
Requirements
- Proven experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in settings such as hospitals (including Level I & II trauma centers), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home care environments.
- Critical care experience in ICU or emergency medicine is highly valued.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks or similar platforms for documentation purposes.
- Experience with specialized populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, behavioral health patients, or those requiring memory or dementia care.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, aseptic techniques, and infection control practices.
- Prior exposure to post-acute or sub-acute care settings is advantageous.
- Ability to work effectively with people with disabilities or developmental challenges across various healthcare environments.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan (401K with match)
- Vision insurance
- DailyPay
- Career advancement opportunities
- Scholarship opportunities
- Employee discounts on entertainment events, hotels, movies, theme parks, cell phones, and much more
Benefits eligibility for some benefits dependent on full-time employment status.
Pay
$19.00 - $27.00 per hour
Schedule
Full-time, in-person