What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant position at Four Winds Staffing?
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) — Outpatient Clinic
$24 /hour Total Compensation Dulce, NM Monday–Friday Day Shift
Four Winds Staffing | Full-time Contract | Up to 5-year assignment
Quick Facts
Pay (cash wage)
$18.50 / hour
Health & Welfare benefit
$5.55 / hour (cash-in-lieu or benefits)
Total compensation value
~$24.05 / hour ($50,024 / year)
Schedule
Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (no nights/weekends/on-call)
Hours
40 per week / ~2,080 per year
Location
Jicarilla Service Unit, 500 Stone Lake Rd, Dulce, NM 87528
Job type
Full-time contract (1-year base 4 annual renewals)
Anticipated start
July 1, 2026 (pending background clearance)
About the Role
Four Winds Staffing is hiring four (4) Certified Nursing Assistants to support the Jicarilla Service Unit (JSU) of the Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service in Dulce, New Mexico. In this role you will provide compassionate, hands-on outpatient and urgent-care support to roughly 4,000 American Indian/Alaska Native beneficiaries of the Jicarilla Apache Nation.
This is a stable, Monday–Friday day-shift contract with a predictable 40-hour week — no nights, no weekends, no on-call. With a one-year base period and up to four annual renewals, this is a rare opportunity for CNAs who want long-term consistency, federal-contract experience, and meaningful work in an underserved community.
Four Winds Staffing handles credentialing, fingerprinting, onboarding, payroll, and ongoing support — so you can focus on patient care.
Compensation Breakdown
What You Earn
Amount
Cash wage
$18.50 / hour
Health & Welfare benefit (SCA fringe)
$5.55 / hour — cash-in-lieu or medical/dental/vision/retirement
Paid holidays
11 federal holidays per year
Paid vacation
2 weeks per year (3 weeks after 10 years, 4 after 15)
Paid sick leave
Up to 56 hours per year (EO 13706)
Total compensation value
~$24.05 / hour · $50,024 / year
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (or $5.55/hr cash-in-lieu)
- 401(k) eligibility
- 11 paid federal holidays
- 2 weeks paid vacation (increases with tenure)
- Paid sick leave (EO 13706)
- Travel and relocation assistance available for qualifying candidates
- Free credentialing, fingerprinting, and onboarding support
- Dedicated recruiter throughout your assignment
Required Qualifications
- Current, valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
- Demonstrated experience providing direct, hands-on patient care
- Strong observation, documentation, and communication skills
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer / EHR systems
- Ability to pass a federal background check and fingerprinting (Public Law 101-630)
- Up-to-date immunizations: MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tdap, annual influenza, COVID-19 (medical/religious exemption accepted), and TB screening within the past 12 months
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in an Indian Health Service, Tribal, or federal clinic setting
- Familiarity with the Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) or comparable EHR
- Experience in ambulatory care, urgent care, or public health settings
- Bilingual or culturally competent in serving Native American or rural communities
Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
- Escort patients to exam rooms; perform intake, vital signs, height, and weight; document findings in the EHR
- Provide compassionate personal care to patients of all ages
- Administer oxygen and assist with wound care under licensed nursing supervision
- Update immunization records and perform daily vaccine temperature monitoring
- Conduct point-of-care (POC) glucose quality-control checks
- Assist with screenings for social risk factors — suicide risk, depression, alcohol/tobacco use, and home safety
- Serve as a patient chaperone during examinations when required
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to licensed staff
Clinical Support
- Prepare and maintain exam rooms before, during, and after procedures
- Perform sterilization (autoclaving) of medical instruments
- Manage inventory and restock medical supplies
- Adhere strictly to infection-prevention and control standards
Administrative Support
- Answer phones and assist with appointment scheduling
- Enter provider schedules into RPMS
- Send patient reminder notifications
- Coordinate with telephone triage nurses to resolve scheduling conflicts
- Conduct outreach calls to patients on behalf of nursing and medical staff
Skills
Direct patient care Vital signs assessment EHR/RPMS documentation Medical terminology Sterilization and infection control Patient communication Cultural sensitivity Time management Team collaboration
Education & Certifications
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) — required
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) — required
- High school diploma or equivalent — required
About Four Winds Staffing
Four Winds Staffing specializes in placing healthcare professionals into Indian Health Service, Tribal, and VA facilities across the country. We pride ourselves on long-term partnerships with our clinicians, transparent communication, and a deep commitment to the communities our clients serve.
Four Winds Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to Apply
Apply directly through Indeed with your resume. Be prepared to submit copies of your active CNA and BLS certifications and current immunization records.
Pay: $24.05 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,024