Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location: San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Federal
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
Job Description Apply Now
Are you passionate about supporting the well-being of service members, veterans, and their families? Decypher, in partnership with the Defense Health Agency, is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric and medical support. Join our team and contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to delivering quality care and making a meaningful impact in the lives of those who serve our nation. This full-time CNA opportunity allows you to work in a dynamic healthcare setting, supporting both routine and emergency care needs in a collaborative environment.
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will play a vital role in supporting the clinical team by delivering direct patient care, monitoring vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and ensuring the safety and comfort of patients. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment, adhering to infection control protocols, and documenting patient care activities accurately. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under supervision while demonstrating professionalism and compassion.
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position is integral to the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing support in both inpatient psychiatric and medical units. You will be involved in a variety of patient care tasks, from assisting with daily living activities to participating in medical procedures and supporting thorough documentation and record-keeping. Working as a CNA at Decypher offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in patient care while advancing your professional skills in a supportive environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Summary- Deliver direct patient care under the supervision of physicians, LVNs, and RNs
- Monitor and document patient vital signs and medical status
- Assist with procedures and daily living activities for patients
- Support safety and infection control measures throughout the healthcare setting
- Participate in team conferences and contribute to discharge planning and staff meetings
- Rotate between individual, remote monitoring, and unit-based care roles as needed
- Provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric and medical support
- Record and maintain accurate patient care documentation in compliance with facility policies
- Verify patient identifiers and perform, monitor, and record vital sign measurements
- Assist patients with personal hygiene, feeding, lifting, turning, and ambulation
- Dispense meal trays and ice water, support self-care instructions, and reinforce professional staff guidance
- Participate in the collection of specimens and assist healthcare providers during medical examinations and procedures
- Maintain cleanliness of patient care areas and equipment, manage supplies, and dispose of soiled materials appropriately
- Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, including patient transport for tests and procedures
- Observe and report changes in patient condition to supervising staff
- Adhere to infection control and safety policies, exercising universal precautions as required
- Participate in orientation and training of new personnel and assist with administrative tasks as needed
- Provide age-specific care based on standard operating procedures and provider orders
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain clear, professional communication with staff, patients, and visitors
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package provided by Decypher
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Completion of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program
- Active CNA certification or authorizing document from any U.S. state, District of Columbia, or U.S. territory
- Registered in the Nursing Assistant Registry and certified by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) or equivalent
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
- At least one year of recent experience in the specialty under the supervision of a Physician, LVN, or RN
- Ability to lift independently up to 35–50 pounds and up to 75–100+ pounds with assistance or mechanical devices
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Experienced and compassionate CNA with a strong commitment to patient care
- Demonstrates attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and reliability
- Effective communicator able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Able to adapt to changing care needs and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Dedicated to upholding safety and infection control standards
- Full-time position with variable shift opportunities (8, 10, or 12-hour shifts)
- Opportunities to work in a mission-driven healthcare organization making a positive impact
- Inclusive and diverse workplace culture supported by Decypher’s commitment to equal opportunity employment
- Apply now by clicking the job application button to join Decypher’s team and contribute to high-quality patient care for service members, veterans, and their families
- Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V)