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SpectrumACS

Psych CNA Travel Contract | $1,540/week

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What they do

A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.

$39,621 / year median in Colorado

-1% projected decline

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Job Description

Orientation Start Dates:
1st and 3rd Monday each month 24-Week Contract Compensation & Schedule 48/48
Schedule:
$20.00/hour + $500 weekly tax-free stipend ( $1,540 gross weekly pay ) 36/48
Flex Schedule:
$19.00/hour + $500 weekly tax-free stipend ( $1,336 average gross weekly pay ) 36/36
Schedule:
$18.00/hour + $500 weekly tax-free stipend ( $1,148 gross weekly pay ) 12-hour shifts Day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts available based on facility needs Position Overview SpectrumACS, a division of American Correctional Solutions, is hiring experienced Certified Nursing Assistants for a travel assignment at a state inpatient psychiatric facility in Pueblo, Colorado. This facility provides care for adult forensic and civil inpatient behavioral health populations in a secure, team-based hospital environment. Responsibilities Provide direct patient care in an inpatient psychiatric setting. Minimum one year of inpatient psychiatric CNA experience within the last five years. Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) Observe, monitor, and report changes in patient behavior and condition Document patient care accurately and timely Assist nursing staff with therapeutic interventions Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques Participate in MANDT crisis management and restraint training Requirements Active Colorado CNA certification (or ability to obtain Colorado certification before start) Minimum one year of CNA experience in an inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health setting within the last five years Current AHA BLS certification Experience working in secure, forensic, or inpatient psychiatric settings preferred Ability to work day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts as assigned Ability to lift 50+ lbs
Job Type:
Travel Contract Setting:
Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Location:
Pueblo, CO Job Types:
Full-time, Contract Pay:
$1,148.00 - $1,540.00 per week
Benefits:
Health insurance Application Question(s): Have you worked previously as a CNA at CMHHIP? If yes, you are not allowed to return at this time.
Experience:
psych, mental health or hospital: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Bonuses/Stipends
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance