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Certified Nursing Assistant
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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.
$36,367 / year median in West Virginia
+3% projected growth
Job Description
POSITION
Certified Nursing AssistantSCHEDULE
Opportunities available for Monday- Thursday 7a
- 5:30p OR Monday
- Friday 7a-3:30p
FACILITY
Stevens Correctional CenterLOCATION
Welch, WV Are you ready for a role where your dedication and compassion directly impact patient comfort and daily care ? Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional healthcare providers, serving justice-involved patients for over 30 years. Many of our patients are receiving quality, professional care for the first time—and it starts with you. Position Summary As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at our facility, you'll support nursing staff with essential daily operations and provide direct care that ensures patient well-being. Working under the clinical supervision of the Director of Nursing, your responsibilities will include: Assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and hygiene Obtaining and recording vital signs, height, weight, fluid intake, and output Supporting ambulation, repositioning, and range of motion activities Assisting with wheelchair transfers, stretchers, and patient mobility Providing emotional support and responding promptly to call lights Cleansing and maintaining patient areas, workrooms, and equipment Assisting physicians or nurses during minor procedures and treatments Sterilizing instruments and maintaining supply inventory Encouraging hydration and elimination as part of daily patient care Documenting care activities accurately in the electronic medical record system You'll do more than provide support. You'll be a steady presence in patients' daily lives, offering dignity, comfort, and compassion where it matters most. Why Work with Wexford Health? Performance check-ins with annual merit increase Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave Paid holidays Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account Continuing education options Free CEUs Pet Insurance Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more! What You'll Need High school diploma or GED Completion of a Nursing Assistant certification program Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification Current CPR certification Previous CNA experience preferred (correctional healthcare experience a plus) Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Commitment to patient confidentiality, professionalism, and compassionate care Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates. Your skills matter here. Your compassion changes lives. Apply today and become the Certified Nursing Assistant your community needs. 25080 , , , , , To Apply for this Job Click HereBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development