What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA - Nursing Assistant - Male Inpatient Facility position at The Orenda Center of Wellness?
The Orenda Center of Wellness is actively looking for a CNA to assist our medical department at our residential substance abuse treatment facility exclusively for men located in the serene countryside of Buckeystown, Maryland. We are a fun energetic company doing our part in the battle against addiction and mental health stigma, by offering the highest standard of individualized treatment in a loving and therapeutic environment. In addition to substance abuse treatment, we also offer co-occurring mental health services by licensed clinical therapist. We are working towards improving access to healthcare services, while beginning to serve the ever-growing population of males, suffering from the afflictions of substance use disorders. As a result, we a looking for an organized, patient, and caring Nursing Assistant (CNA) with the passion to serve the underserved to join our multi-disciplinary medical team. This role will assist the nursing department with all daily tasks and administrative duties. The ability to handle / assess minor medical issues and oversee client medications will be required.
The CNA position entails:
- Work directly with onsite nurse and report to Nursing Director (NP)
- Full time 40-hour work week with scheduling flexibility available and daily 30-min off clock breaks as required
- Assisting with all nursing / medical assessments on intakes
- Administering and/or overseeing medications as prescribed
- Ensuring that the med log is up to date and medication security is followed
- Assisting nursing with counting of controlled substances and reporting of needs / errors
- Assessing clients who are ill either from withdraw or unrelated illness
- Monitoring vital signs and reporting to nursing any medical emergencies or crisis
- Documentation in EMR
- Conducting and completing all required nursing department paperwork and requirements of care daily
Requirements:
- CNA active and clean licensed in the State of Maryland
- CMT - Med technician certification from Marland Board of Nursing - active and in good standing
- BLS First aid / AED/ CPR Certification - active and in good standing
- Compassionate and caring attitude towards all patients and support staff
- Preferred experience working with Behavioral Health, Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder Treatment
- Preferred experience working with medications and controlled substances including maintenance medication
Position Offering:
- competitive pay rates range $20 to $23
- company paid life insurance. - complimentary plus additional purchase plans available
- cost sharing on medical, dental and vision coverage BCBS offered company plans
- Paid National Holidays (7) / Employee Birthday Paid Day off (1)
- 3 Weeks - PTO per year with rollover options
- Employee wellness program and discount service plans
- EAP Program (immediately available)
Please apply below using the link and completing the requesting informational pre-screenings questions
For further information or question please feel free to contact us directly at HR@theorendacenter.com
Salary : $20 - $23