About this opportunity
Bingham Memorial Hospital lists this Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Med/Surg opportunity in blackfoot, Idaho. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join the Observation Unit Team at Bingham Healthcare
Be the Difference in Every Patient's Journey
Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available | Flexible Scheduling
Bingham Healthcare is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our growing Observation Unit team.
If you're looking for a rewarding healthcare career where every day brings new experiences, meaningful patient interactions, and the opportunity to make a difference, we'd love to welcome you to Bingham Healthcare.
Our Observation Unit provides care for patients who require short-term monitoring, evaluation, and treatment. As a CNA, you'll play an essential role in helping patients feel comfortable, safe, and supported while working alongside nurses, providers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Whether you're an experienced CNA or looking to continue growing your healthcare career, you'll find a supportive team, opportunities to learn, and a workplace where your contributions truly matter.
Why Choose Bingham Healthcare?
At Bingham Healthcare, we're proud to provide exceptional care while maintaining the warmth and personal connections only a community hospital can offer.
Our 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serves as the healthcare hub for our surrounding communities, offering inpatient care, a Level IV Trauma Emergency Department, on-site laboratory and imaging services, and Rural Health Clinics throughout Southeast Idaho.
Here, you're more than an employee-you become part of a team that treats each other like family while caring for our neighbors when they need us most.
Why CNAs Love Working Here
• Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
• All Shift Options Available
• Flexible Scheduling
• Diverse Patient Population That Builds Experience
• Close-Knit, Supportive Team
• Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement
• Modern Healthcare Environment
• Meaningful Work That Makes a Difference Every Day
• A Mission-Driven Organization Focused on Exceptional Care
Our Outstanding Benefits Package Includes
• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Competitive 401(k) with Employer Match
• Generous PTO & Sick Leave Starting Day One
Position Summary
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate, patient-centered care within the Observation Unit while working under the direction of licensed nursing staff.
In this role, you'll assist with daily patient care, monitor patient needs, provide comfort and support, and help ensure a safe and positive patient experience. Observation Unit CNAs care for patients with a wide variety of medical conditions requiring short-term monitoring and treatment, making every shift engaging and rewarding.
When assigned as the Unit Clerk, you'll also support the nursing team through clerical responsibilities, patient communication, and coordination of information that helps the unit operate efficiently.
What You'll Do
Direct Patient Care
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility
Monitor and document vital signs, intake and output, and patient observations
Assist with ambulation, repositioning, transfers, and patient safety measures
Respond promptly to patient requests and call lights
Provide compassionate emotional support to patients and families
Unit Support Assist nurses with patient care procedures and daily workflow
Prepare patient rooms and maintain a clean, organized care environment
Stock supplies and ensure equipment is readily available
Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record
Unit Clerk Responsibilities (When Assigned) Perform clerical and receptionist duties for the Observation Unit
Facilitate communication between nursing staff, providers, ancillary departments, and patients
Enter and process computerized patient information accurately
Answer phones and assist visitors in a professional and courteous manner
Help maintain efficient patient flow throughout the unit
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who is:
• Compassionate and patient-focused
• Dependable and team-oriented
• A strong communicator
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Adaptable in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
• Eager to learn and grow within healthcare
Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required
Current Idaho Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License required
Previous CNA or healthcare experience preferred
Current BLS certification preferred
Basic medical terminology knowledge preferred
Basic computer skills preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to safely assist with lifting, transferring, and positioning patients
Why Southeast Idaho?
Life in Southeast Idaho offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy affordable living, friendly communities, excellent schools, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation-including hiking, fishing, camping, skiing, boating, and more.
At Bingham Healthcare, you'll enjoy the satisfaction of caring for your neighbors while building a rewarding healthcare career in a place you'll love to call home.
Make Every Shift Matter
Observation Unit CNAs are an essential part of the patient care team. Your compassion, attentiveness, and dedication help patients feel safe, supported, and cared for during an important step in their healthcare journey.
If you're looking for a rewarding career with flexible scheduling, a supportive team, excellent benefits, and opportunities to grow, we invite you to join Bingham Healthcare.
Bingham Healthcare - Experience Excellence.
Worksite address
blackfoot, ID, 83221, US
Who can apply
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