Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Corrections / Public Health: Seattle, WA

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Corrections / Public Health: Seattle, WA

Job Type : Assignment

City : Seattle

State : WA

Job Description:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Local Contract

Specialty: Corrections / Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Discipline: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Location: Seattle, Washington

Employment Type: Local Contract

Duration: Approximately 6 Months

Shift: 8-Hour Shifts - Variable Days, Evenings, and Nights; Weekend Availability Required

Hours/Week: Variable

Pay Rate: $26.00 per hour

Start Date: ASAP - See Note Below

Openings: 2

Position Overview

NuWest is seeking two experienced local CNAs for an immediate contract opportunity in Seattle, Washington. This position supports a corrections-based healthcare team providing direct patient care and medication-assisted treatment services. The ideal candidate has acute care experience, is comfortable working in a secure environment, and has hands-on experience with buprenorphine long-acting injection as part of a MAT program.

This is a local position only. Candidates must reside in the Seattle area. Travel candidates will not be considered.

Important Note on Start Timeline: All candidates are required to complete a fingerprinting and background check process prior to beginning work. This process can take up to 10 weeks. Candidates should be prepared for this lead time when applying.

Key Responsibilities

Assist nurses and providers with direct patient care and clinical support tasks

Provide basic medical care and assistance with activities of daily living

Support medication-assisted treatment services, including buprenorphine long-acting injection administration under nurse or provider supervision

Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse or provider

Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility policies

Adhere to all facility security protocols, policies, and procedures

Maintain professionalism and therapeutic boundaries in a correctional healthcare setting

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications Must be a local Seattle-area candidate - no travel or relocation candidates considered

Active, unencumbered CNA license in Washington State

Minimum 2 years of CNA experience in an acute care setting

Experience with buprenorphine long-acting injection (BUPE) in a MAT setting

Current BLS certification

Must be available to work variable 8-hour shifts across days, evenings, and nights, including weekends

Ability to pass a correctional facility fingerprinting and background check process

Acute care or corrections experience required - home health, LTC, and SNF experience will not be considered in lieu of acute care experience

Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in a correctional healthcare environment

Inpatient hospital CNA experience

Familiarity with MAT programs and substance use disorder care

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team

Professional demeanor and ability to maintain boundaries in a secure setting

Why NuWest?

At NuWest, we connect talented healthcare professionals with opportunities that fit their experience, career goals, and lifestyle.

NuWest Benefits may include: Competitive weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

401(k) retirement savings plan

Direct deposit

Referral bonuses

Personalized support from your NuWest recruiting and account management team

Credentialing and compliance support

Exclusive healthcare opportunities nationwide

24/7 support while you're on assignment

Ready for your next CNA opportunity? Apply today and let NuWest help you take the next step in your healthcare career!

Worksite address

seattle, WA, 98127, US

Who can apply

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