Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Valley View Medical Center is a state-of-the-art hospital, licensed with 52 medical/surgical beds, 16 emergency department beds, 12 acute rehabilitation beds, 12 intensive care beds, 6 major operating rooms and 2 endoscopy suites plus a modern cardiac catheterization and 8 delivery & post-partum unit with all private bed hospital in the area.

Where We Are:

The Tri-State area has sunshine almost every day of the year. The beautiful clear skies, breathtaking sunsets on mountains to the east and west of us, and a mixture of the Great Outdoors along Arizona’s West Coast (the Colorado River) plus bountiful indoor activities provide something to do for everyone of any age.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employeesCompetitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employeesEmployee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistanceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicantsProfessional Development and Growth OpportunitiesAnd much more…

Position Summary:  Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), performs basic patient care activities.

Reports to: The Certified Nursing Assistant is directly accountable to the Department Director / Clinical Coordinator through the Registered Nurses and the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses and is ultimately responsible to the Chief Nursing Officer.  

Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.The primary purpose of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position is to assist the professional nursing staff by providing personal nursing care to patients. The Certified Nursing Assistant has the responsibility of reporting any unusual occurrences, patient and/or employee issues, work related accidents to the Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses who are responsible for the delivery of patient care. Strives daily to give all customers very good care and promotes Valley View Medical Centers’ Standards of Behavior and other duties as assigned.Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position. This position description does not restrict the right of management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities with and without notice.To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Minimum EducationX High school diploma or equivalent x PreferredRequired SkillsCertifications:X Basic Life Support (BLS) (American Heart Association)Must obtain with in 30 days of hire if BLS is not with American Heart Association.Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Licenses[Arizona, United States] Nursing Assistant
Valid Arizona Certified Nursing Assistant's (CNA) or Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) Licensure from an accredited school.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran