Must have the ability to react in a calm functional manner and make sound judgments within scope of duties when taking care of critically ill patients and in the event of emergencies. Job requires lifting of patients who are non-ambulatory on a regular interval. Mentally requires a caring attitude in dealing with both acute and non-acute patients and families on a steady basis. Job pace is rapid and there is constant pressure on the job to complete nursing assignments and answer patient call lights. Maintain accountability for all actions taken. Accept delegation from supervising RN. This position is covered under the Indian Child Protection Act.

Position Qualifications

Education

·High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

·1 year prior experience as a CNA preferred

Certificates and License

·Certified Nursing Assistant certificate from an accredited program

·Current full, unrestricted CNA license in the state of Alaska Current full, unrestricted CNA license in the state of Alaska

·Current BLS

·Must take and pass courses as specific to unit needs (i.e. telemetry course with 80% or better within 3 months, plus have 80 hours supervised RN clinical monitoring of telemetry; POC/waived testing, etc.)