Certified Nursing Assistant II- Ely

Role Details

Job Title:CERTIFIED NURSING ASSIST II

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSIST II - 60024951 Posting Close Date:N/A Location:

ELY, NEVADA, US, 89301

Requisition Id:8673

Department:DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Division:DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Business Unit:HR-PRISON MEDICAL CARE

Work Type:PERMANENT

*Pay Grade:GRADE 22

Salary Range:\$31,111.20-\$44,641.44

Fulltime/Parttime:Full Time

Recruiter:MARJALISA B ROBERTS

Phone:775 289-1218

Email:mbroberts@doc.nv.gov

Position Description

Certified Nursing Assistants will work under the direct supervision of a Correctional Nurse II. They will contribute to basics health assessments, collects, reports and records on flow sheets and treatment sheets basic objectives and subjective data related to Patient\'s health status and reports any changes to the CN II.

Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.

To see full Class Specifications visit:http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/ClassSpecifications-100//{target="_blank"}

Minimum Qualifications

• \"Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant by the Nevada State Board of Nursing and six months of experience performing work as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Nursing Assistant Trainee; OR six months as a Certified Nursing Assistant I in Nevada State service. The six months of job related experience may be part of a formal Certified Nursing Assistant training program.\"

The Examination

Application Evaluation Exam

• The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.

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Special Requirements

Some positions require current CPR certification at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Certification as a Nursing Assistant by the Nevada State Board of Nursing is required at the time of application and as a condition of continuing employment for the Certified Nursing Assistant I, II and III. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, some positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to pre-employment screening for controlled substances. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to care for the environment of the patient. Working knowledge of basic restorative services. Working knowledge of infection control procedures. Ability to measure and record height and weight. Working knowledge of promoting the independence of residents/patients. Working knowledge of basic nursing and personal care. Ability to take and record vital signs. Ability to care for cognitively impaired individuals. Working knowledge of safety and emergency procedures. Working knowledge of communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to observe and report signs and symptoms of illness or injury. Working knowledge of awareness of psychosocial characteristics of residents/patients. Working knowledge of the role and responsibilities of a Certified Nursing Assistant. Ability to perform procedures for noninvasive elimination, collection of specimens, and application of dressings. Working knowledge of the rights of residents/patients. Abi ity to measure and record the intake and output of fluids and food. Ability in all knowledge, skills and abilities required at the lower levels.

This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

*The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range.

The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

State of Nevada provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.