Certified Nurse Aide, CNA

Certified Nurse Aide, CNA 

Shift: Fulltime, Days

Position Summary

Under the supervision of an RN or LPN, performs basic patient care activities in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

Your experience matters

Valley View Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a new employee joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute 

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing. Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities.

What we offer 

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  

-    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts  

-    Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees 

-    Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, employer paid short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage 

-    Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching  

-    Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness 

-    Professional development and growth opportunities.

Essential Functions 

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.

• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.

• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.

• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.

• Provides quality patient care; works flexible shifts or units as needed.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and requirements

• License: Current Arizona CNA certification
• Certifications: Current American Heart Association BLS certificate or obtained within 90 days after hire date.

Required Skills 

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. 

About our Health System 

Valley View Medical Center 100 bed hospital located in Fort Mohave, AZ, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Valley View  Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley View  Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.