Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has openings for Full Time and PRN Certified Nursing Assistants at Mississippi State Penitentiary in Parchman, Mississippi!

Looking for a rewarding career in the field of healthcare with competitive wages, annual incentive payment, and excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day


• Medical


• Dental


• Vision Insurance


• Health Savings Account


• Life Insurance


• Short Term/Long Term Disability


• Identity Theft Protection


• Animal/Pet Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center


• 401K & Plan Matching


• PTO


• Annual Incentive Bonus

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY

The Certified Nursing Assistant assists Physicians and Nurses to meet the health care needs of patients.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT SCHEDULE

• Full-Time


• Day/Night 


• PRN

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduate or equivalent.


• Certified by professional organization in the state.


• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.


• Acute care experience preferred. 

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Takes vital signs, height and weight.


• Assists with PPDs and EKGs.


• Draws blood.


• Measures and records intake and output.


• Assists with patient treatments such as dressing changes, decubitus ulcer, and tracheostomy care.


• Adheres to Universal Precaution procedures and established Infection Control procedures.


• Schedules appointments.


• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.


• Is proficient with CPR and recognizes need to implement. Receive re-certification training annually.


• Assists in cleaning, sterilizing and securing of equipment.


• Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

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