Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Taos, New MexicoIDj-17491Job TypeFull TimeRemote TypeOn-Site

Classification

Full Time

FLSA Type

Non-Exempt

Duty Station

Taos, NM

Work Arrangement

Onsite

Schedule

Monday-Friday

Supervisory Role

No

Safety Sensitive

Yes

Reports To

President

Driving Role

No

Travel

Up to 10%

Duration

The period of performance is 12 months with potential options to extend.

About The Role

Chloeta is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide patient-care and clinical support at the Taos-Picuris Service Unit in Taos, New Mexico.

Preferred Education and Experience

* Education: Completion of a state-approved nursing assistant training program.

Required Education and Experience

* Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D from an accredited school. * Experience: Minimum of twelve (12) months of relevant experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised patient-care facility. * Certifications/Licensures: * + Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. * + Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or registry status as required by the facility and applicable New Mexico requirements. What You’ll Do:

* Perform a wide range of diagnostic support duties, which include taking vital signs, documenting patient's pain perception, obtaining specimens, receiving and recording lab results.

• Setting up medical equipment for procedures.
• Observe and document pertinent information regarding patient status in the electronic health record.
• Assist nursing staff with other CNA-level patient-care duties within the individual's training, competency, and legally permitted scope of practice.
• Provide instructions to the patient and/or family of the patient.
• Observe and abide by all Policies and Procedures, Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations of the Taos-Picuris Service Unit.
• Will rotate at least once a week to provide support duties for the COVID / respiratory clinic.
• Collects COVID specimens.
• Supports COVID vaccine clinics.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Skills & Abilities We Are Looking For

• Ability to use electronic health records, basic office software, and standard clinical documentation tools.
• Ability to function effectively and contribute as a member of a high performing team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong teamwork skills and good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of and compliance with Taos-Picuris Service Unit policies, infection-control practices, patient safety standards, and applicable clinical protocols.
• Ability to maintain timely, accurate, complete, and confidential patient-care documentation in accordance with facility requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and move for long periods of time.
• Able to frequently lift at least 50 lbs., reach, pull, push, bend, stoop, and kneel.
• At the time of hire, must provide documentation of evidence of immunizations as required by the facility's immunization policy.
• This job operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, etc.

Benefits

Eligible employees receive the following benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• MDLIVE
• Benefit Hub
• Paid Annual Leave/PTO
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Basic Life
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pre-employment Requirements

Due to the nature of Chloeta’s services, this position is contingent upon completing with a satisfactory outcome some or all of the following pre-employment background screenings: government security clearance, federal and state criminal background checks, drug test (urinalysis), Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, educational history, employment history, and/or credit check. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), pre-employment background screenings will require the employee’s written authorization and will occur after acceptance of an offer of employment and prior to commencing work. Additionally, employees are required to complete the federal I-9/E-Verify process.

Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy

Employees may be subject to undergoing additional drug screens and/or alcohol testing at any time during the period of employment, including without prior notice.

Safety-Sensitive Position

This position has been designated as a safety-sensitive position due to the nature of the work performed and the potential consequences of impaired job performance. Employees in safety sensitive positions may operate vehicles or equipment, work in hazardous environments, respond to emergencies, access critical infrastructure, handle hazardous materials, or perform duties where the exercise of sound judgment, coordination, alertness, and the ability to respond quickly and appropriately are essential. Impaired performance in these duties could create an unreasonable risk of injury or illness to the employee, coworkers, clients, or the public; result in damage to property, equipment, or the environment; or adversely affect client operations, emergency response efforts, or mission success.

EEO Statement

Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

About

Chloeta

Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific, and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness, and critical infrastructure requirements.