Certified Nursing Assistant Cna

Job Summary:

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a Long Term Care (LTC) facility provides essential patient care and support under supervision, ensuring the wellbeing and comfort of residents. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, performing basic clinical tasks, and collaborating with nursing staff to maintain high standards of care. The CNA must have prior LTC experience and a valid CNA license or a pending Alaska CNA license application.

• Assist residents with routine activities of daily living including hygiene, feeding, mobility, and positioning.
• Perform basic clinical tasks such as collecting specimens, taking vital signs, and assisting with treatments.
• Support nursing staff by preparing patients for procedures, transporting patients, and assisting in emergencies.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of patient rooms and equipment.
• Document patient care activities accurately in electronic medical records.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to licensed nursing personnel.
• Participate in facility-required certifications and training, including Alaska Food Worker Certification.
• Float within scope to meet facility staffing needs as required.

• Current CNA license or pending Alaska CNA license application with submitted documentation.
• Documentation of license application including fee payment and educational verification.
• Valid CNA license from another state if Alaska license is pending.
• Completion verification of a formal CNA training program (certificate or transcript).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 1 year LTC experience.
• Alaska Food Worker Certification (to be obtained during orientation).

• Previous travel experience as a CNA.
• Experience working in long-term care facilities.

• Must have submitted Alaska CNA license application prior to applying.
• No on-call requirements.
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs is expected.
• Restricted Return to Office (RTO) allowance: no more than 2 weeks for a 26-week contract.
• Preference for willingness to work holidays.
• Local candidates not accepted; permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility.

• 4 shifts of 12 hours each per week (4x12 schedule).
• Shifts are variable but caregivers are typically assigned either day or night shifts without rotation, except for urgent staffing needs.
• Guaranteed 72 hours per 2-week pay period, with possible call-off of one 12-hour shift every two weeks.
• Assignment duration options of 13 or 26 weeks.