Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): Full-Time Day Shift

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our healthcare team at the Walton County Jail located in Monroe, GA. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care in a correctional setting. As a CNA, you will work under the supervision of licensed nurses, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care while adhering to established protocols and standards.

Responsibilities:

• Perform and record vital signs, height, weight, and other pertinent medical information(i.e.allergies) on medical record and in computer.
• Prepare patients for examination and assist physician or nurse practitioner with procedures.
• Provide instructions to patients undergoing tests/procedures.
• Refer all unexpected/abnormal physical findings or complaint by patient to physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse, according to accepted procedures.
• Assure cleanliness of patient clinical areas.
• Clean and sterilize medical supplies and equipment.
• Assist with clerical/administrative duties as needed (greeting patients, answering telephones, entering computer data, preparing medical records).
• Perform basic life support and emergency response as needed.
• Administer medications and injections as ordered by physicians.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure continuity of care for patients.
• Document patient interactions accurately in electronic health records (EHR).
• Follows all County Policies and Procedures with regard to security and patient contact.
• Delivers care in accordance with established MedHealth Policies and Procedures.
• Thoroughly documents all patient encounters in electronic or paper medical record in accordance with MedHealth Policies and Procedures, and within state, local, federal guidelines.
• Communicates the need for special housing to appropriate medical and security personnel.
• Other duties as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant from an accredited program is required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Phlebotomy experience preferred - preparing patients, verifying identities, performing venipuncture, labeling samples accurately, and maintaining sterile equipment
• Corrections experience preferred

Shift Details:

• Full-Time, Monday-Friday

For more information, visit our website at https://mymedhealth.care/.