Certified Nursing Assistant - Surgical Trauma

Certified Nursing Assistant - Surgical Trauma

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager or Director, and under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate, age-specific patient care in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams. This role supports safe, high-quality care by assisting with daily patient needs and promptly communicating changes in patient condition.

• Provide direct patient care across the lifespan in accordance with established standards
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and comfort measures
• Obtain and document vital signs and patient observations
• Perform assigned clinical procedures and patient-related tasks as directed
• Observe, report, and promptly communicate patient needs and changes in condition to the supervising Nurse or Physician
• Accurately document all care provided and patient interactions in the medical record
• Support a safe, respectful, and patient-centered care environment

• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and compassion in all patient interactions
• Promote teamwork and effective communication within the healthcare team
• Contribute to quality improvement and a culture of safety

The night shift pay differential will be paid at
18%of the employee's base rate of pay.

The weekend shift pay differential will be paid at8%of the employee's base rate of pay.

• Prefera high school diploma or GED.

• Prefers at least one (1) year of relevant nursing assistant or healthcare-related experience.

• Must successfully complete approved
  
  Valley wise Health computer classes.

• Requires licensure through the AZ Board of Nursing as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Requires BLS card obtained through an approved
  
  American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.

• Bilingual is preferred.
• Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Requires excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.