What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Behavioral Health Unit - Kealakekua, HI position at NavitasPartners?
Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Behavioral Health Unit
Location: Kealakekua, HI 96750
Pay Rate: $30 - $34/hour
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Position Overview
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential support within a behavioral health setting, working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to deliver safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. This role may also include continuous patient observation (sitter responsibilities) to ensure patient safety and well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care under the direction of licensed nursing personnel
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding
- Observe, monitor, and promptly report changes in patient behavior, condition, or vital signs
- Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for behavioral health patients
- Perform continuous observation/sitter duties for high-risk patients as assigned
- Support de-escalation techniques and adhere to behavioral health safety protocols
- Accurately document patient care activities in a timely manner
- Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
Required Qualifications
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
- Minimum of 1 year CNA experience preferred (behavioral health experience strongly preferred)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle challenging behaviors with professionalism, empathy, and composure
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
Schedule & Shift Details
- 5 shifts per week
- 8-hour shifts (Days and/or Nights)
- Flexibility required based on unit needs
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.
Salary : $30 - $34