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Certified Nursing Assistant

PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Healthcare

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Employment Type: Contract

Compensation Range: $26 - $32 an hour

Location: Warm Springs, Montana

Work Schedule: 1st Shift (7 AM–7 PM), 2nd Shift (7 PM–7 AM), 3rd Shift (11 PM–7 AM)

Industry: Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Hospital


Company Overview

A state-operated psychiatric healthcare organization providing inpatient behavioral health treatment in a secure clinical environment.


Position Summary

The Certified Nurse Assistant provides direct patient care under the supervision of nursing staff while supporting treatment plans and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assist mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients.
  • Support activities of daily living.
  • Lead educational and recreational activities.
  • Escort patients to examinations and treatments.
  • Assist with crisis intervention and patient restraints when required.
  • Observe patients for injuries or medical concerns.
  • Remind patients to take medications and nutritional supplements.
  • Document behavioral observations and communicate changes to nursing staff.
  • Follow facility policies and maintain required certifications.


Required Qualifications

  • Active CNA certification.
  • Previous psychiatric or behavioral health experience required.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work all assigned shifts.
  • Ability to safely manage behavioral crises.



Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous inpatient psychiatric hospital experience.
  • Crisis prevention or restraint training.


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