Certified Nursing Assistant

About AMI

AMI Expeditionary Healthcare LLC (AMI) is a novel, private, healthcare solutions company. AMI is physician‑owned and led by an experienced leadership team. The company has medical, public health, operational, and logistical expertise throughout the organization, caring for diverse populations in a wide range of environments, including austere and expeditionary settings. AMI operates globally, providing flexible, adaptable and scalable healthcare solutions across five continents.

AMI’s core values are adaptability, accountability, integrity, compassion, and collaboration. The mission is to deliver high‑quality medical and public health services worldwide, bringing flexible solutions to the clients and communities that need them most.

AMI will support the Indian Health Service in Winnebago, NE by providing medical staff to help deliver compassionate, high‑quality healthcare to patients in the community.

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will provide direct patient care and support services at the Great Plains Area Regional Drug Dependency Unit (GPARDDU) within the Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System. The role involves delivering compassionate, comprehensive care to patients with behavioral, mental health, and medical needs in a residential substance abuse treatment setting. The CNA will assist therapeutic staff, monitor patient health, document observations, and promote a safe, respectful, and recovery‑focused environment.

• Provide direct patient care, including:
  • Observing and reporting on physical and mental health conditions.
  • Assisting with physical and mental health assessments.
  • Administering medications as directed by nursing staff.
  • Preparing meals as needed.
  • Assisting with facilitated programming.
  • Documenting hourly observations and assessments in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Ensure patient privacy, dignity, and safety at all times.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with IHS staff, administration, therapists, nursing, and other team members to optimize care coordination.
• Follow all IHS, GPARDDU, and federal regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Respond appropriately to changes in patient condition and notify nursing staff when medical attention is required.
• Adapt to flexible job duties that may change depending on operational needs.

• Multitask, detail‑oriented, organized, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on a team.
• Excellent communication and time‑management skills.
• Successfully complete the AMI Credentialing Process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Ability to collect, organize, record, and communicate behavioral and medical data effectively.
• Knowledge of medical conditions, growth and development patterns, and behavioral health considerations.
• Understanding of pharmaceuticals, including desired effects, side effects, and potential complications.
• Ability to respond appropriately in stressful situations with emotional control, tact, and patience.
• Skills in providing health instruction and guidance to patients and families.

• Current/active CNA certification.
• At least 24 months of direct patient care experience within the last 48 months.
• Current/active BLS certification (American Heart Association compliant).

• Proof of required immunizations and health clearances (PPD/TB Gold, annual influenza, MMR, Hepatitis
  
  B).
• Ability to meet physical and training requirements established by IHS and GPARDDU.
• Successful completion of federal background check, fingerprinting, and pre‑employment clearance.
• Work safely following all safety rules and regulations; demonstrate safe work behavior.
• Lift 50 pounds; stand or sit for long periods; push, pull, reach, and bend frequently.

• Interact effectively with persons of all ages, cultures, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and physical abilities.
• Deliver targeted, culturally appropriate information to help individuals and groups understand health promotion and disease…