Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location: JB Lewis-McChord, WA
Job Type: Federal
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
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Join Decypher, a recognized leader in providing professional, technology, and management solutions for a diverse range of clients across federal, commercial, and local sectors. As a company that values its employees as its greatest asset, Decypher fosters a culture where your skills, commitment, and dedication are recognized and rewarded. We invite you to become a vital part of our team and contribute meaningfully to the mission at Joint Base Fort Lewis-McChord in Tacoma, WA, as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a full-time capacity.
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with Decypher, you will play a crucial role in supporting healthcare teams by providing high-quality patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Your work will directly impact patient well-being and contribute to the exceptional level of care Decypher is renowned for. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in a dynamic environment that values your expertise and encourages ongoing professional growth.
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) at Decypher are responsible for delivering age-specific patient care in alignment with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), healthcare provider directives, and established policies. You will support patients with their physical, emotional, and mental needs while ensuring a safe and compassionate care environment. Your attention to detail, clinical skills, and commitment to patient safety will be central to your success in this role.
Working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Tacoma, WA, you will benefit from being part of a vibrant community that offers a supportive atmosphere for healthcare professionals. Decypher's commitment to its team members ensures that you will be joining a workplace that values respect, inclusivity, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Summary- Provide compassionate, age-appropriate care to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings at Joint Base Fort Lewis-McChord.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support patient care plans and ensure adherence to clinical protocols.
- Contribute to a culture of safety, respect, and continuous improvement within the healthcare team.
- Deliver age-specific care in accordance with SOPs and healthcare provider orders.
- Monitor and record vital signs, promptly reporting deviations to the team leader and ensuring thorough documentation.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, mobility, exercise, turning, repositioning, and transportation.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and supply areas, including restocking supplies and disposing of waste and soiled materials appropriately.
- Observe and report changes in patients' physical or emotional condition, escalating concerns to nursing or medical personnel as necessary.
- Support minor, acute, and routine primary care tasks under the supervision of licensed healthcare providers.
- Float between inpatient and outpatient care settings to support patients requiring behavioral health monitoring, line-of-sight supervision, or one-on-one chaperoning within scope of practice.
- Competitive base rate plus premium: $26.30/hour, compliant with federal and state regulations.
- Eligibility for benefits package and opportunities for career advancement within Decypher.
- Supportive work environment emphasizing personal and professional growth.
- Completion of an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
- At least one year of CNA experience post-graduation.
- Active and current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Successful completion of a NACI background check.
- Demonstrates empathy, patience, and professionalism in all patient interactions.
- Proficient in recording and interpreting patient vital signs, with keen observational skills to detect changes in patient condition.
- Adaptable to various healthcare environments, able to float between inpatient and outpatient settings as needed.
- Works effectively under the supervision of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
- Possesses strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to team-based care.
- Committed to upholding workplace safety, infection control, and ethical standards of care.
- Decypher is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
- This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to the mission of a respected healthcare integrator while gaining valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- If you are a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking to make a difference and advance your career, we encourage you to apply by clicking the job application button today.