Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Torrington, WY.

About the role

Naphcare is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team of medical professionals at the Wyoming Department of Corrections - Medium Correctional Facility in Torrington, WY. Full-time and part-time positions may be available. As a Correctional CNA, you will work under the supervision of a registered nurse alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to individuals in residence within a controlled, security-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Duties
  • Assist with performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems and medication history
  • Take vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight
  • Document medical history including medications, treatment, and medical conditions
  • Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility
  • Provide basic wound care, basic laboratory tests, patient education, and instructions
  • Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or mental health to nurses
• Administrative Duties
  • Schedule and coordinate patient appointments
  • Maintain inventory of medical and office supplies
  • Answer phones, emails, and other forms of communication

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Current Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Ability to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Must adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift

Benefits

For full-time employees, NaphCare offers:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution starting day one
• Tuition assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs